cv x series simulation software

CV-H1X

CV-X SeriesSimulation-SoftwareUser's ManualRead this manual before using the software.Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

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1Introduction

This manual explains how to install, handle, operate, and pay attention to the PC simulation software CV-X SeriesSimulation-Software for the "High-speed, High-capacity, Multi-Camera Machine Vision System CV-X Series". It alsocovers precautions regarding use of the software. Read this manual thoroughly to understand the CV-X Series Sim-ulation-Software functions in order to maximize performance of the system.Always keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.Please ensure the manual is passed to the end user of the software.

Related manualBe sure to refer to the following manuals when using the CV-X Series Simulation-Software. CV-X Series Controller Instruction Manual: Contains specifications and precautions for CV-X Series. CV-X Series Setup Manual: Contains equipment/product specifications for system connection/initial adoption of

CV-X Series. CV-X Series User's Manual: Contains specifications, functions, and operation methods for CV-X Series. CV-X Series Simulation-Software User's Manual (this manual)

SymbolsThe following warning symbols are used to ensure safety and to prevent injury and/or damage to property whenusing CV-X Series Simulation-Software.

It indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

It indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

It indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in product damage as well as property damage.

It indicates cautions and limitations that must be followed during operation.

It indicates additional information on proper operation.

It indicates tips for better understanding or useful information.CV-H1X-M-NO0-E

Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Word are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corpo-

ration in the United States and/or other countries. "SD Memory Card" is a registered trademark of the SD Association. Other company names and product names noted in this document are registered trademarks or trademarks of

their respective companies. The TM mark and mark have been omitted in this manual.

Library and ProgramlibjpegCopyright 1991-2012, Thomas G. Lane.This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

General Cautions

Cautions

When using the CV-X Series Simulation-Software, we recommend closing other applications that are running toprevent interference with the performance of this software.

Do not run multiple instances of CV-X Series Simulation-Software on the same computer. An activation code (page 1-13) is required to run this software.

Do not use the system to protect the human body.

Before starting work or before starting the system, confirm that all the functions of the system are working

properly.

If any Keyence product fails, take all safety precautions to prevent damage before using the system again.

If the system is used beyond published specifications or if the system is modified, the functions and perfor-

mance cannot be guaranteed.

Please note that when the CV-X Series is used in combination with other instruments, its functions and per-

formance may be degraded.CV-H1X-M-NO0-E 2212GB

3This Software is licensed to the User "AS IS" and without any warranty of any kind. In no event does KEYENCE oritsS suppliers accept or assume any liability for any damages, claims, costs or profit loss as a result of operating thisoftware.Software License Agreement

NOTICE TO USER: PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT ("THIS AGREEMENT") CARE-FULLY. BY USING ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE CV-X Series Simulation-Software ("THIS SOFTWARE"), YOUARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DONOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THIS SOFTWARE.

If you install, copy and or use all or a portion of this Software on a device or computer, you will be deemed to haveagreed to all the terms of this Agreement, and this Agreement will come into effect.

1. Definitions1.1. "Use" or "using" refers to the accessing, installing, downloading, copying, operating and or otherwise benefiting

from the utilization of this Software.1.2. "This Software" denotes the software and all associated documentation provided by KEYENCE.1.3. "User" or "User's" infers the company or persons who have had the license to use this Software granted to

them by KEYENCE.

2. Grant of License.2.1. In compliance with all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, KEYENCE grants the nonexclusive and

non-transferable license to install and use this Software.2.2. The granting of the license permits the single reproduction and or copying of this Software for the User's back-

ing up or archiving purposes.2.3. This Software maybe installed on multiple devices and computers for the User's benefit and use.2.4. The transfer of this Software via devices and computers with this Software installed on them by the User to

third parties is permitted. In such a case, the third party who receives this Software may continue to use thisSoftware in the same manner as the previous User.

2.5. With the transfer of this Software to a third party, the original User may install this Software to additionaldevices and computers for further use as required. In such a case, the third party who receives this Softwaremay continue to use this Software in the same manner as the previous User.

2.6. The User maintains and guarantees that any thirdparties (as detailed in the previous two sections) who receiveand use this Software agree to this license Agreement and comply with all the terms and conditions.

3. Restrictions.3.1. This Software may not be modified by the User in any form except from the installation of updates or new func-

tions provided by KEYENCE.3.2. The reverse engineering, decompiling or disassembling of this Software by any persons are not permitted.3.3. Without the prior permission of KEYENCE, the User may not reproduce or copy this Software for selling or dis-

tributing to a third party.

4. Intellectual Property Rights. Except as stated herein, KEYENCE reserves all rights, titles and interests in this Software, along with all associatedcopyrights, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights.

5. Disclaimer. CV-H1X-M-NO0-E

6. Termination. 6.1. Under this Agreement the User's license will automatically terminate if this Software and any associated cop-

ies of this Software are destroyed or voluntarily returned to KEYENCE.6.2. Under this Agreement the User's license will terminate immediately and automatically without any notice from

KEYENCE if there is any failure to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon termi-nation, the using of this Software shall cease, and all copies (full or partial) of this Software should bedestroyed or returned to KEYENCE.

6.3. Compensation will be sought by KEYENCE should any violation or breach of this Agreement result in anyincurred costs or lost profit to KEYENCE.

7. Governing Law. 7.1. This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws of Japan.7.2. If any part of this Agreement is found void and unenforceable, the rest of this Agreement will remain intact,

valid and enforceable according to the associated terms and conditions.CV-H1X-M-NO0-E 4

5Table of contents

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................1

General Cautions .............................................................................................................................................2

Cautions ..........................................................................................................................................................2

Software License Agreement..........................................................................................................3

Table of contents .............................................................................................................................5

Chapter 1 Installation

Package Confirmation .................................................................................................................1-2

Operating Environment ...............................................................................................................1-3

Installation ....................................................................................................................................1-4

Installing from DVD-ROM.......................................................................................................................................1-4

Installing from Downloaded File .............................................................................................................................1-8

Uninstallation .............................................................................................................................1-11Obtaining an Activation Code ...................................................................................................1-13Installing the USB driver (CV-X200 Series only) .....................................................................1-14

Chapter 2 Examples of Software Use

Software Overview .......................................................................................................................2-2

Starting and Shutting Down the Software .................................................................................2-5

Starting the CV-X Series Simulation-Software .......................................................................................................2-5

Shutting Down the Software...................................................................................................................................2-5

Names and Functions of Screen Elements ...............................................................................2-6

The Workspace Manager Screen...........................................................................................................................2-6

The Simulator Screen.............................................................................................................................................2-7CV-H1X-M-NO0-E

Chapter 3 Workspace Management

Workspace Menu .........................................................................................................................3-2Creating a New Workspace....................................................................................................................................3-2

Uploading a Setting File to the Controller...............................................................................................................3-3

Downloading a Setting File from the Controller ......................................................................................................3-4

Exporting a Workspace ..........................................................................................................................................3-5

Importing a Workspace ..........................................................................................................................................3-6

Workspace Settings ...............................................................................................................................................3-7

Copying a Workspace ............................................................................................................................................3-8

Deleting a Workspace ............................................................................................................................................3-9

Opening a Workspace Folder...............................................................................................................................3-10

Viewing the Program Setting List .........................................................................................................................3-11

Changing the Workspace Base Path Settings .....................................................................................................3-12

Tools ...........................................................................................................................................3-13Printing the Calibration Pattern ............................................................................................................................3-13

Help .............................................................................................................................................3-14Displaying the Help File........................................................................................................................................3-14

Displaying the Version Information.......................................................................................................................3-14CV-H1X-M-NO0-E 6

7Chapter 4 Simulator

Starting and Shutting Down the Simulator ................................................................................4-2

Starting the Simulator.............................................................................................................................................4-2

Shutting Down the Simulator ..................................................................................................................................4-2

Registering Images to be Simulated ..........................................................................................4-3Normal Capture ......................................................................................................................................................4-3

Multi- Capture, Connector Capture ........................................................................................................................4-4

LumiTrax Capture...................................................................................................................................................4-5

Connected Camera Settings ..................................................................................................................................4-7

Running a Simulation ..................................................................................................................4-8Trigger Types .........................................................................................................................................................4-8

Using a Normal Trigger to Perform a Simulation..................................................................................................4-10

Using a Random Trigger to Perform a Simulation................................................................................................4-11

Differences Between the Simulator and the Actual CV-X Series .........................................................................4-12

Functions ....................................................................................................................................4-15Changing the Simulation ......................................................................................................................................4-15

Changing Display Preferences.............................................................................................................................4-24

Tools ...........................................................................................................................................4-27User Manual Auto-Generator ...............................................................................................................................4-27

Printing the Calibration Pattern ............................................................................................................................4-31

Help .............................................................................................................................................4-32Displaying the Help File........................................................................................................................................4-32

Displaying Version Information.............................................................................................................................4-32

Appendix

Error Message List ...................................................................................................................... A-2Index ............................................................................................................................................. A-4CV-H1X-M-NO0-E

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Chapter Uninstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11

Obtaining an Activation Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13

Installing the USB driver (CV-X200 Series only) . . . . . . . . . .1-14Package Confirmation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Installation

This chapter provides an overview of the software and an explana-tion of the conditions necessary for the operation of this device.-NO1-E 1-1

11-2Package Confirmation

The following item is included in this package. Confirm that this item is included before use.

PC software DVD-ROM (Model: CV-H1X) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

This DVD-ROM includes installer, PDF manual and software. Keep the DVD in a safe place once installation iscomplete.

A backup of the software should be made in case that the DVD-ROM is accidently damaged.

The item is to be present and functional. If it is missing or broken, please contact your nearest KEYENCE sales office.

For details on the contents of the DVD-ROM, see the installation guide screen found on the DVD-ROM.CV-H1X-M-NO1-E

1COperating Environment

The following conditions must be met before using this software.

Computer specifications

Compatible OS Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, EnterpriseMicrosoft Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, Ultimate, Enterprise This software only supports operating systems for the following languages: English, Chinese

(traditional and simplified), Japanese, Korean, Thai, German, French, Italian, Spanish (Mexican), Portuguese (Brazil), Vietnamese and Indonesian.

Supports the 64-bit version of Microsoft Windows 7 only.For all other operating systems, only the 32-bit version is supported.

Operating systems that have not been indicated here cannot be used.

CPU Core 2 Duo 3.00 GHz equivalent or higher.

Memory 2 GB or higher.

Free hard disk space 1 GB or more (Additional free space is also required to store images)

Display resolution Minimum: 1024 x 768 pixels or more. Recommended: 1280 x 1024 pixels or more.

DVD-ROM drive Required for DVD-ROM installation

Word processing software Microsoft Word 2007 SP3 or later/ 2010 SP1 or later/20131-3V-H1X-M-NO1-E

11-4InstallationThe files on the DVD-ROM or the files that have been downloaded will be executed and installed as specifiedon the screen.

Installing from DVD-ROM

1 Insert the CV-H1X DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive of your computer.

The installation guide screen will appear.

2 Click [CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*.**** Instal-lation].

The [Welcome to the CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*

Setup] screen will appear.

3 Click the [Next] button.The [License Agreement] screen appears.

If the runtime components required to execute this software do not exist on the computer on

which it has been installed, the component

installation screen may appear. If this screen

does appear, install all the components.

Installation must be done from an account with Administrator rights.

If an earlier version of this software exists on your computer, uninstall the software (page 1-11).

If the installation guide screen does not appear, double click [index.html] in the html folder of the

DVD-ROM.

The language of the software to be installed can

be selected from the pull-down menu of the

[Installer Language] dialog.

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14 If you agree to the user license agreement, select the "I accept the terms of the License Agreement" check box,

then click the [Next] button.

The [User Information] screen appears.

5 Enter user information (User Name, Affiliation), then click the [Next] button.

The [Selection of option] screen appears.

6 Click the [Next] button.The [Choose Install Location] screen appears.

If you do not want to install the sample program

setting file, deselect the "The program setting file of

the sample is installed." check box.

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11-67 Click the [Next] button.The [Check of installation] screen appears.

8 Click the [Install] button.Installation begins.

When installation is complete, the [Installation Complete]

screen appears.

9 Click the [Next] button.The [Completing the CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*

Setup] screen appears.

When installing the software in a location other than

the default folder, click the [Browse...] button and

select a folder in the [Browse For Folder] screen.

When using USB (only supported by the CV-X200

Series), the USB driver can also be installed at the

same time (if installing the driver at a later time, see

"Installing the USB driver (CV-X200 Series only)"

(page 1-14).

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110 Click the [Finish] button. The CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.* shortcut will

appear on the desktop.

A similar shortcut will appear under the Windows [Start]

menu. To access this shortcut from the Windows [Start]

menu, select [All Programs], [KEYENCE Applications], [CV-

H1X], [CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*], and then

[CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*].

The PDF file of the user manual for this software will

also be installed along with this software. This file will

be accessible from the start menu.

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11-8Installing from Downloaded File

1 Double click the setup.exe file you downloaded.The [Welcome to the CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*

Setup] screen will appear.

2 Click the [Next] button.The [License Agreement] screen appears.

3 If you agree to the user license agreement, select the "I accept the terms of the User License Agreement" check

box, then click the [Next] button.

The [User Information] screen appears.

If the runtime components required to execute this software do not exist on the computer on which it

will be installed, the component installation screen

may appear. If this screen does appear, install all

the components.


If an earlier version of the software has been installed, uninstall the software before installing the

new version (page 1-11).

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14 Enter user information (User Name, Affiliation), then click the [Next] button.The [Selection of option] screen appears.

5 Click the [Next] button.The [Choose Install Location] screen appears.

6 Click the [Next] button.The [Check of installation] screen appears.

If you do not want to install the sample program

setting file, deselect the "The program setting file of

the sample is installed." check box.

When installing the software in a location other than

the default folder, click the [Browse...] button and

select a folder in the [Browse For Folder] screen.

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11-107 Click the [Install] button.Installation begins.

When installation is complete, the [Installation Complete]

screen appears.

8 Click the [Next] button.The [Completing the CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*

Setup] screen appears.

9 Click the [Finish] button. The CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver*.* shortcut will

appear on the desktop.

A similar shortcut will appear under the Windows [Start]

menu. To access this shortcut from the Windows [Start]

menu, select [All Programs], [KEYENCE Applications], [CV-

H1X], [CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver*.*], and then

[CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver*.*].

When using USB (only supported by the CV-X200

Series), the USB driver can also be installed at the

same time (if installing the driver at a later time, see

"Installing the USB driver (CV-X200 Series only)"

(page 1-14).

The PDF file of the user's manual for this software

will also be installed along with this software. This file

will accessible from the start menu.

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1C4Uninstallation

To uninstall the software, select [Uninstall] from the Windows [Start] menu.

1 From the Windows [Start] menu, select [All Programs], [KEYENCE Applications], [CV-H1X], [CV-X Series Simula-

tion-Software Ver*.*], [Uninstall], and then [Uninstall].

The [Welcome to the CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*

Uninstall] screen appears.

2 Click the [Next] button.The [Uninstall CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver*.*]

screen appears.

3 Click the [Uninstall] button.Uninstallation begins.

When uninstallation is complete, the [Uninstallation Com-

plete] screen appears.

4 Click the [Next] button.The [Completing the CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver*.*

Uninstall] screen appears.

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11-125 Click the [Finish] button.If uninstallation cannot be completed properly, run

the installation program again, then repeat the

uninstallation procedure.

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1CObtaining an Activation CodeAn activation code from KEYENCE is required to run this software.The procedure for obtaining an activation code is as follows.

1 Start the software.Refer to "Workspace Menu" (page 3-2) for information on

starting the software.

The [Enter activation code] dialog appears.

2 Write down the User ID (8 alphanumeric characters) that is displayed and store it in a safe place. You will need to

enter this ID later.

3 To obtain the Activation Code, please contact the Key-ence representative in your area at Global Home: .

You will need to supply the User ID that is displayed

when you start the software.

The screens shown here are for reference only.

To copy the User ID, press the [Copy] button.

The activation code is only for the user ID for which a request was submitted.

Keep the activation code in a safe place.

When multiple users log in to the same computer to use the simulation software, each user needs to

start the software. Users can use the same

activation code to start the software.

To avoid typing errors, we recommend that you copy

the activation code in the email message and paste it

on to the activation code entry screen.1-13V-H1X-M-NO1-E

11-14Installing the USB driver(CV-X200 Series only)

The driver must be installed on your computer before con-

necting the controller with your computer. When the driver is

installed, communication with the controller by using the

KEYENCE application software becomes possible.

This section explains the installation procedure for Windows 7.

1 Turn on the controller and your computer.

2 Once your computer has started up, insert the CV-H1X DVD-ROM into your DVDROM drive.

3 Connect the USB port of the controller with the USB port of your computer using OP-66844 (sold separately).

4 From the properties for the [Other Device] that was added in the device manager in Step 3, select [Update

Driver Software] and then manually specify the folder

that holds the USB driver.

The installation of the USB driver will begin.


When the USB driver was installed along with this software, this procedure is not required.

The USB driver is stored in the CV-H1X DVD in the \driver\USB folder. Also, after installing the CV-X

Series Simulation-Software and CV-X Series

Terminal-Software, the driver will be stored in

c:\drivers\CV-H1X.

If installing the driver on a computer with a Windows 7 environment, a warning screen may

appear during installation. If a warning screen

appears, click "Continue" to continue the

installation.CV-H1X-M-NO1-E

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Chapter Starting and Shutting Down the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Names and Functions of Screen Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Examples of Software Use

This chapter describes the representative functions of this softwareand their use.

Software Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2-NO2-E 2-1

22-2Software OverviewCV-X Series Simulation-Software is for use with the "High-speed, High-capacity, Multi-camera MachineVision System CV-X Series".

OverviewThis software simulates the CV-X Series and creates manuals according to the content of the program setting. Itconsists of the workspace manager, which serves as the CV-X Series controller, and the simulator, which simulatesthe operation of the CV-X Series.In the workspace manager, you can select the workspace to be simulated and start the simulator.The simulator allows you to edit the CV-X Series settings and check the results from a computer.You can also use Ethernet, USB (CV-X200 Series only) or an SD card to transfer data between the CV-X Seriescontroller and a computer.

Settings

Import

Export

Workspace manager Simulator

Launch

Upload

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2 Software functionsWorkspace Manager

1. Create new workspace2. Copy workspace3. Start simulator4. Upload/Download5. Import/Export

Simulator

1. SimulatorThe operation of the CV-X Series can be simulated on a computer.This simulator can be used to specify and edit settings, output data, and analyze statistics.

2. User Manual Auto-GeneratorYou can create the manual that describes the CV-X Series program settings.The manual is saved in Microsoft Word .doc format.

An activation code is required to run this software.For more details, refer to "Obtaining an Activation Code" (page 1-13)

WorkspaceA simulation environment must be created to use the simulator. This environment is called the "workspace". Theuser can register the settings to the "workspace". These settings are required to simulate an operating environment,including camera settings (such as image folder and image data), the controller type, and the software package.You can recreate the CV-X Series environments by creating and switching between multiple workspaces on thecomputer.CV-H1X-M-NO2-E 2-3

22-4 Folder structure on the computer (Windows Vista/7)Workspace data is contained in the workspace folder, which will be found in the location that was specified on your computer(base path).

The location for creating the workspace folder (base path) can be changed to a custom location. For details, see

"Changing the Workspace Base Path Settings" (page 3-12).

workspace1 (Stores the workspace1 files)

workspace2 (Stores the workspace2 files)

SD1

cv-x

setting

000 (Stores program setting files of SD1 setting No. 000)

SD2

001

SimImage

CAM1 (Stores the Camera 1 capture image files)




Base path (default) C:\Users\Public\Documents\KEYENCE\CV-H1XCV-H1X-M-NO2-E

2CStarting and Shutting Down the Software

This section explains how to start and shut down the CV-X Series Simulation-Software.

Starting the CV-X Series Simulation-Software

Perform the following steps to start the software.

1 From the Windows [Start] menu, select [All Programs], [KEYENCE Applications], [CV-H1X], [CV-X Series Simula-

tion-Software Ver.*.*], and then [CV-X Series Simulation-

Software Ver.*.*]. Or, from the Desktop, double click the

shortcut for [CV-X Series Simulation-Software Ver.*.*].

The workspace manager window (page 2-6) appears.

Shutting Down the Software

Perform the following steps to shut down the software.

1 Select [Exit] from the [Workspace] menu, or click the [close button] in the upper right of the window.

The software shuts down.

If you shut down the software while the simulator is

running, the simulator will also close, and all unsaved

data will be lost. Make sure to close the simulator

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7W[Start Simulator] buttonlick this button to start the simulator with specified workspace.

Searching for a workspace nameorkspaces matching partially with the entered characters are displayed.Names and Functions of Screen Elements

This section explains the names and functions of the various screen elements.

The Workspace Manager Screen

The workspace manager appears when the software is started.

1 Menu barThis bar displays the menus that contain various commands.

Clicking a menu causes a submenu to appear. Clicking a submenu causes commands to execute.

2 ToolbarThe most frequently used commands are displayed here as icons.

Click a button to execute a command.

3 Workspace listThis list contains the names of workspaces.

4 Minimize buttonClick this button to minimize the window.

5 Close buttonClick this button to close the software.

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2The Simulator Screen

The following screen appears when the simulator is started.

1 Menu barThis bar displays the menus that contain all of the various commands.

Clicking a menu causes a submenu to appear. Clicking a submenu causes commands to execute.

2 CV-X Series simulator screen

For details about the CV-X Series simulator screen, refer to "Programming Interface" (Chapter 1) in the "CV-X Series Users

Manual".

3 Minimize buttonClick this button to minimize the simulator.

4 Close buttonClick this button to close the simulator.

5 FilmstripThis bar is unique to the simulator. It allows the user to register images and start simulation.

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Chapter Workspace Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14Workspace Management

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33-2Workspace Menu

This section explains how to use the [Workspace] menu.

Creating a New Workspace

Perform the following steps to create a new workspace.

1 Select [Add New...] from the [Workspace] menu.The [Add New Workspace] dialog appears.

2 Enter the name of the workspace.

3 Select the controller type.For more details about the different controller types, refer to

"Differences among CV-X Series" (p. 5) in "CV-X Series

Users Manual".

4 Select the package.

5 Click the [OK] button.The newly created workspace appears in the workspace list.

A workspace name of 1 to 60 characters can be specified.

The new name cannot be the same as an existing workspace.

The following characters cannot be used in the file name: [/], [:], [*], [?], ["], [], [|], [\], [\t] (tab character)(Note that [\] may be displayed as [].)

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3Uploading a Setting File to the Controller

Perform the following steps to upload a setting file in the workspace to the controller.

1 Select [Upload/Download] in the [Workspace] menu.Or click the [Upload/Download] icon.

The [Workspace Upload/Download] screen appears.

2 Select the [Upload to Controller] tab.The workspace list and the list of controllers appear.

3 Specify the file to upload.

4 Select the controller to upload to from [List of Control-lers].

5 Click the [Upload] button.Uploading to the controller starts.

The confirmation screen appears when uploading is com-

plete.

6 Click [OK].

[Upload/Download] cannot be selected when a

workspace that is currently being used in an active

simulator is selected in the workspace list.

A file to upload can be specified by the program

setting.

To upload the global settings file, select the check

box under the workspace list. However, the controller

name and network settings will not be uploaded.

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When the global settings file is uploaded, the

confirmation screen to restart the controller to apply

the settings to the controller appears.

33-4Downloading a Setting File from the Controller

Perform the following steps to download a setting file in the controller to the workspace.

1 Select [Upload/Download] in the [Workspace] menu.Or click the [Upload/Download] icon.

The [Workspace Upload/Download] screen appears.

2 Select the [Download from Controller] tab.The workspace list and the list of controllers appear.

3 Specify the file to download.

4 Select the workspace of the download destination from [Workspace List].

5 Click the [Download] button.Downloading to the workspace starts.

The confirmation screen appears when downloading is

complete.

6 Click [OK].

[Upload/Download] cannot be selected when a

workspace which is currently being used in the

simulator is selected in the workspace list.

A file to download can be specified by the program

setting.

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3Exporting a Workspace

Export setting data in the workspace to a custom location on your computer.The data can be exported to an SD card, matching the folder configuration of the controller.

1 Select [Import/Export] in the [Workspace] menu.Or click the [Import/Export] icon.

The [Workspace Import/Export] screen appears.

2 Select the [Export] tab.

3 Select the workspace to be exported.

4 Specify the export target.

To export only the necessary file to the controller,

select the "Export only the necessary files for the

controller." check box.

If a removable drive is available, the drive will appear in the list.

To use the same folder configuration as the CV-X Series controller, select the "Export under \\cv-

x\workspace

in accordance with the controller's folder structure"

check box.

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5 Click the [Export] button.

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Importing a Workspace

Import setting data found in a custom location on your computer to the workspace.

1 Select [Import/Export] in the [Workspace] menu.Or click the [Import/Export] icon.

The [Workspace Import/Export] screen appears.

2 Select the [Import] tab.

3 Select the workspace to be imported.Drives appear in this dropdown list if the \cv-

x\workspace folder is created directly under a

removable drive.

If exported using the controller, this folder

configuration is displayed on the import source.

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4 Select the workspace of the import target.

5 Click the [Import] button.

36 Click the [OK] button.

Workspace Settings

Perform the following steps to change the workspace settings.

1 Select [Workspace Settings...] from the [Workspace] menu.

The [Edit Workspace] window appears.

2 Enter the name of the workspace.

3 Select the controller type.

A workspace name of 1 to 60 characters can be specified.

The new name cannot be the same as an existing workspace.

The following characters cannot be used in the file name:

[/], [:], [*], [?], ["], [], [|], [\], [\t] (tab character)

(Note that [\] may be displayed as [].)

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4 Select the package.

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Perform the following steps to copy the workspace settings and create a new workspace.

1 Select the workspace to be copied from the workspace list.

2 Select [Copy] from the [Workspace] menu.The copied workspace will appear in the workspace list when

the process is finished.

An error will occur if the name of the copied

workspace exceeds 60 characters.

The name of the copied workspace will be "original

workspace name - Copy".

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3Deleting a Workspace

Perform the following steps to delete the workspace.

1 Select the workspace to be deleted from the workspace list.

2 Select [Delete] from the [Workspace] menu.The [Notice] message appears.

3 Click the [OK] button.When the process is finished, the specified workspace name

will no longer appear in the workspace list.

The deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin of the

operating system. If files have been deleted by

mistake, you can restore them from the Recycle Bin.

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33-10Opening a Workspace Folder

Perform the following steps to open the folder in which the workspace settings are stored.

1 From the workspace list, select the workspace folder you want to open.

2 Select [Open Folder...] from the menu.The selected workspace folder appears in the explorer.

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3Viewing the Program Setting List

Perform the following steps to view the program setting list and check the names of the program settings.

1 From the workspace list, select the workspace for which you want to check the names of the program settings.

2 Select [Program Setting List...] from the [Workspace] menu.

The [Program Setting List] window appears.

3 Check the names of the program settings.

4 Click the [Close] button.

To start simulation, double click the program setting list, or select the program setting you want to simulate, and

then press the Enter key.

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The location on your computer where the workspace folder (page 2-4) will be created (base path) can be confirmedand changed.

1 Select [Base Path Settings] from the [Workspace] menu. The [Base Path Settings] dialog appears and it is now possi-

ble to confirm the current base path.

2 Click [Browse] and specify a folder of your choosing as the base path.


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3CTools

This section explains the usage of the [Tool] menu.

Printing the Calibration Pattern

Perform the following steps to print the calibration pattern for calibration setting.

1 Select [Print Calibration Pattern...] from the [Tool] menu.The [Print Calibration Pattern] screen appears.

2 Specify the printing contents and click the [Print] button, then the calibration pattern is printed.

Pattern type

Select the pattern type.

Chessboard (Default): A black and white check pattern is

used.

Dot Grid: A dot pattern is used.

Pattern interval

Specify the pattern interval. (Default: 10.000)

Ratio of Pattern Interval to Dot Diameter

When selecting [Dot Grid] for [Pattern type], select the ratio

between the pattern interval and dot diameter (dot size) with

% (Default: 30).

For details on calibration settings, see the "CV-X

Series User's Manual" (found in CV-H1X DVD-

ROM).

The accuracy of the pattern varies according to the

performance of the printer.

Also, errors due to paper curl affect the accuracy. If

accuracy at sub-pixel level is necessary, we

recommend that you use an accurate pattern such

as one formed on a glass plate.

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33-14Help

This section explains the usage of the [Help] menu.

Displaying the Help File

1 Select [Help] from the [Help] menu.The help file (a PDF format manual) that contains instruc-

tions for this software will be displayed.

Displaying the Version Information

1 Select [About] from the [Help] menu.Displays the version and user information of the software.

2 Click the [OK] button to close the window.

Adobe Reader must be installed on your computer to

read the help file.

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Chapter Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32Starting and Shutting Down the Simulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Registering Images to be Simulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Running a Simulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8Simulator

This section explains how to run simulations with the simulator andhow to use the User Manual Auto-Generator function that has beenincluded in the [Tools] menu.-NO4-E 4-1

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stored on the DVD-ROM CV-H1X.1

Alternatively, you can click the button to shut

down the simulator.Starting and Shutting Down the Simulator

This section explains how to start and shut down the simulator.

Starting the Simulator

Perform the following steps to start the simulator.

1 Select the workspace you want to use in the workspace manager (page 2-6), and then click the [Start Simulator]

button.

The simulator screen appears.

The simulator that corresponds to the selected workspace

starts.

Shutting Down the Simulator

Perform the following steps to shut down the simulator.

1 Select [Exit] from the [Simulator] menu.The simulator shuts down.

For more information on operating the CV-X Series controller,

refer to the "CV-X Series Users Manual". This manual is

It may take several minutes for the simulator to

start.

Alternatively, you can start the simulator by

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4CRegistering Images to be Simulated

Perform the following steps to register the image data you want to simulate.

Normal Capture

1 Drag and drop the image you want to simulate onto the filmstrip.

A thumbnail is displayed on the filmstrip, as shown on the left.

You can also select multiple image files and drag and drop them onto the filmstrip at the same time.

The images are arranged on the filmstrip in the order they were captured.

Set the filmstrip for each camera.For example, to register Images on Camera 2,

select Camera 2 on the switch display camera

tab, and then drag and drop the image onto the

filmstrip.

By dragging and dropping the image on the filmstrip, the order can be changed.

If you drag and drop an image on the filmstrip that has the same name as an existing capture image

file, the dropped file is added with a "-Copy" in the

file name. Existing file is not overwritten.

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Registering Images of Connector Capture/Multi- Capture.




The images are arranged on the filmstrip in the order they were captured. And furthermore by

order of 1st Capture, 2nd Capture, and so on.

Set the filmstrip for each camera. For example, to register Images on Camera 2,

select Camera 2 on the switch display camera

tab, and then drag and drop the image onto the

filmstrip.

By dragging and dropping the image on the filmstrip, the order can be changed.




You can change the window size by placing the mouse cursor on the edge of the window and

dragging it.

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4LumiTrax Capture

Registering Images of LumiTrax Capture.




The images are arranged on the filmstrip in the order they were captured.

Set the filmstrip for each camera. For example, to register Images on Camera 2, select Camera 2

on the switch display camera tab, and then drag

and drop the image onto the filmstrip.

You cannot change the order of images within the filmstrips of cameras for which LumiTrax is

enabled.




You can change the window size by placing the mouse cursor on the edge of the window and

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44-6File name limitations when registering images

When registering images captured with LumiTrax, you have to use file names that follow the rules listed below. If a file name is incorrect, the image cannot be registered to the filmstrip.

Image generated through image output or history writing: The character string - such as _NORMAL_, _UPPER_, or _SHAPE1_ - that was automatically appended to the end of the file name when the file was output must be retained.

Reference image: The file name must follow the reference image number rules. Examples of such file names include ref1_200 and ref1_500.

Simulation execution

When you execute a simulation using images that have been captured with LumiTrax, the operation varies depending on the selected target.

When a LumiTrax image is selected (normal image, shape image 1, shape image 2, shape image 3, texture image, X tilt image, or Y tilt image): The simulation is executed with the image registered to the filmstrip used as-is (changing the parameters of the LumiTrax settings will have no effect on the simulation results).

When a source image is selected (normal image, image captured with separate illumination lit, image of a moving object, or ambient light image): The LumiTrax settings are applied to the image registered to the filmstrip, and then the simulation is executed (the parameters of the LumiTrax settings have an effect on the simulation results).CV-H1X-M-NO4-E

4Connected Camera Settings

Each camera can process a different range of images.The cameras that can be connected are as follows:

Connected camera name

Readable image data

Controller type

CV-X290CV-X270/

X170CV-X250/

X150CV-X200/

X100

CV-035C/S035C/H035C

512 x 480 pixels and 640 x 480 pixels / 24-bit color BMP and JPEG

CV-035M/S035M/H035M

512 x 480 pixels and 640 x 480 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CV-H100C 1000 x 1000 pixels / 24-bit color BMP and JPEG

CV-H100M 1000 x 1000 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CV-200C/S200C/H200C

1600 x 1200 pixels and 1024 x 960 pixels / 24-bit color BMP and JPEG

CV-200M/S200M/H200M

1600 x 1200 pixels and 1024 x 960 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CV-H500C 2432 x 2050 pixels / 24-bit color BMP and JPEG

CV-H500M 2432 x 2050 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CA-H2100C5104 x 4092 pixels and 2432 x 2050 pixels / 24-bit color BMP and JPEG

CA-H2100M5104 x 4092 pixels and 2432 x 2050 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CA-HX048C/M784 x 596 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels and 512 x 480 pixels / 8bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CA-HX200C/M 1600 x 1200 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

CA-HX500C/M2432 x 2040 pixels and 1600 x 1200 pixels / 8-bit grayscale BMP and JPEG

LJ-V512 x 16384 pixels, 1024 x 8192 pixels, and 2048 x 4096 pixels / 24-bit color BMP(Specialized format for height images)

If the settings for the connected camera do not match the format of the image data being loaded, a black

screen will be displayed while performing measurements. Also, the thumbnail numbers in the filmstrip will

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6 Continuous trigger button (simulation only)Executes the images on the filmstrip, starting from the image at the top, at the interval (in seconds) specified in [SetTrTigger Interval...]. When the last image is processed, the first image is selected again and processing continues.he button changes to while the images are being executed. Click the button to stop.Running a Simulation

This section uses a sample file to explain the simulator.

Trigger Types

1 Top buttonExecutes the first image on the filmstrip.

2 Reverse buttonExecutes the image above the selected image on the filmstrip. When the first image is selected, the last image isprocessed.

3 Forward buttonExecutes the image below the selected image on the filmstrip. When the last image is selected or no image isselected, the first image is processed.

4 Bottom buttonExecutes the last image on the filmstrip.

5 Retry buttonExecutes the selected image on the filmstrip.

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4 Trigger keys on the keyboard

Forward trigger: Press the [T] key.

Reverse trigger: Press the [T] key while holding the [F] key.

Retry trigger: Press the [T] key while holding the [S] key.

Cycling trigger: Press and hold the [T] key for at least 0.3 seconds.The images on the filmstrip are processed from top to bottom.

The interval (in seconds) specified in [Set Trigger Interval...] is not used.

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44-10Using a Normal Trigger to Perform a Simulation

Executing the normal trigger activates all the registered cameras.

1 Click the trigger button, or press the corresponding trig-ger key on the keyboard.

The image processing result is displayed on the screen.

The currently selected image is highlighted by a yellow box.

You can also start the simulation of an image by

clicking the corresponding thumbnail on the

filmstrip.

For Multi- Capture/connector capture, click any

image to simulate images of the same generation.

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4Using a Random Trigger to Perform a Simulation

Executing the random trigger activates the selected camera only.

1 Select the camera number.

2 Click the trigger button, or press the corresponding trig-ger key on the keyboard.

The image processing result is displayed on the screen.

The currently selected image is highlighted by a yellow box.

You can also start the simulation of an image by

clicking the corresponding thumbnail on the

filmstrip.

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44-12Differences Between the Simulator and the Actual CV-X Series

This section introduces the unique and convenient functions of the simulator that differentiate it from the CV-XSeries device.

1. Name input via keyboard function

This function allows you to use the computer keyboard to enter names when the software keyboard is displayed

(including setting names, account passwords, and tool names). This reduces the time required to create setting

names or accounts.

2. Special trigger function

The simulator has several unique triggers, including trigger buttons on the filmstrip and trigger keys on the key-

board.

Filmstrip: The top button, the reverse button, the forward button, the bottom button, the retry button, and the con-

tinuous trigger button (simulation only)

Keyboard: The forward trigger (press the [T] key), the reverse trigger ([F] + [T] (press the [T] key while holding

the [F] key)), the retry trigger ([S] + [T] (press the [T] key while holding the [S] key)), and the loop trigger (press

and hold the [T] key for at least 0.3 seconds)

3. Multi-Image Capture

Pressing the [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [C] keys copies the image of CV-X Series simulator screen to the clipboard.

4. Display type switching function

Pressing the [S] key switches between display types (Raw/Filtered/Contrast).

Pressing the [R] key switches between Run Mode and Setup Mode.

Use the character codes listed in the following table when inputting two-byte characters from the computer

keyboard.

If you use other character codes, the characters may not be displayed or input correctly.

Language Character Code Language Character Code

English ASCII Thai TIS620

Japanese SJIS German

CP1252Simplified Chinese GB13000 French

Traditional Chinese BIG5 Italian

Korean Wansung(KSX 1001) Spanish

You can use the software keyboard in the edit numeric operations screen. Double click the screen to use the

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4There are 11 differences between the simulator and the physical device.

1. Program Time / IntervalThe hardware architecture of the computer and the device are different, so the same process may take a differ-ent amount of time on one than on the other.

2. Differences in measurement resultsBecause the calculation hardware on the computer and the device are different, there may be differences in themeasurement results.

3. Differences in camera settings The internal trigger is not activated in Run mode. Live is not available. When using the filmstrip, you can specify the trigger interval in [Set Trigger Interval...].Other settings can also be specified. However, these settings work differently than the actual controller.

4. Camera Installation Replication Live is not available. When the trigger is activated from the filmstrip or the keyboard, the image is updated accordingly.

5. Program Operation When the program setting is copied, the corresponding capture image file is also copied automatically. Program settings cannot be exported or imported.

6. Starting the simulatorWhen the simulator is started after the controller ID lock is enabled, a confirmation message specific to the sim-ulator appears.

7. Security SettingsThe current controller ID is not registered automatically when the controller ID lock is enabled.

8. System InformationThe serial number, controller ID, MAC address, and hardware version are displayed as items on the screen.Their values are not displayed.

9. Result and image outputThe results and images can only be output to an SD card.

10. HDR/Calibration SettingsIt is possible to change setting parameters, but it does not work actually.

11. LJ-V Settings The [Import Program from LJ-V] button will not work. Names cannot be edited in the [Active Program Selection] dialog. It is not possible to confirm the LJ-V connection status, error status, or version information in the connection

settings. It is not possible to confirm using [Display Light Reception Image] and [Display Profile].

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1. Date & Time2. Mouse Settings

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4CFunctions

This section explains how to use the simulator functions.

Changing the Simulation

Operate Capture Storage Folder

Create New Capture Storage FolderCreates a new capture image file storage folder.

1 Select [Operate Capture Storage Folder] and then [Create New Capture Storage Folder...] from the [Simulator]

menu.

The [Add New Capture Storage Folder] window appears.

2 Enter the folder name, and then click the [OK] button.

The created folder appears on the filmstrip, as shown in the

image on the left.

The following characters cannot be used in the file

name:

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44-16 Copy Capture Storage FolderCopies the displayed capture image storage folder and all the images in that folder to a new folder, and specifies anew name for that folder.

1 Select [Operate Capture Storage Folder] and then [Copy Capture Storage Folder...] from the [Simulator] menu.

A window appears that prompts you to enter the folder name.

2 Enter the folder name, and then click the [OK] button.

The copied folder appears in the capture image file storage

folder dropdown list on the filmstrip.

Delete Capture Storage FolderDeletes the capture image file storage folder, and the images in that folder.

1 Select [Operate Capture Storage Folder] and then [Delete Capture Storage Folder] from the [Simulator] menu.

The [Notice] screen appears.

2 Click the [Yes] button.The capture image file storage folder on the screen is deleted.

The following characters cannot be used in the file

name:

[/], [:], [*], [?], ["], [], [|], [\], [\t] (tab character)


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Bin.

When the [SimImage] folder is deleted, the images stored in the folder are deleted, but the

actual folder is not deleted.

4 Open Capture Storage FolderOpens the capture image file storage folder in the explorer.

1 Select [Operate Capture Storage Folder] and then [Open Capture Storage Folder] from the [Simulator] menu.

The capture image file storage folder opens.

The capture image file storage folder currently selected on the filmstrip opens.

A new window opens each time the [Open Capture Storage Folder] button is pressed.


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Copy Capture FileCopies the selected capture image file to the clipboard. The copied capture image file can be copied to the same folder or a different folder by clicking [Paste].

1 Select [Operate Capture File] and then [Copy Capture File] from the [Simulator] menu.

The selected capture image file is copied.

Copy Generation (For Multi- Capture, Connector Capture)Copies the selected generation to the clipboard. The copied generation can be copied to the same folder or a different folder by clicking [Paste].

1 Select [Operate Capture File] and then [Copy Generation] from the [Simulator] menu.

The selected generation is copied.

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4 Cut Capture FileCuts the selected capture image file to the clipboard. The cut file can be pasted to a different folder by clicking [Paste].

1 Select [Operate Capture File] and then [Cut Capture File] from the [Simulator] menu.

The selected capture image file is cut, and the corresponding

thumbnail on the filmstrip darkens.

Cut Generation (For Multi- Capture, Connector Capture)Cuts the selected generation to the clipboard. The cut generation can be pasted to the same folder or a different folder by clicking [Paste].

1 Select [Operate Capture File] and then [Cut Generation] from the [Simulator] menu.

The selected generation is cut, and the corresponding

thumbnail on the filmstrip darkens.

The cut file is deleted from the original folder after it is pasted to a different folder.

If different file is cut before the first cut file is pasted, the first file will reappear in the original

folder.

The cut generation is deleted from the original folder after it is pasted to a different folder.

If a different generation is cut before the first cut generation is pasted, the first generation will

reappear in the original folder.

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44-20 Paste Capture FilePastes the copied/cut capture image file onto the clipboard.

1 Open the destination folder. From the [Simulator] menu, select [Operate Capture File] and then [Paste].

The capture image file is pasted.

Delete Capture FileDeletes the selected capture image file.

1 Select [Operate Capture File] and then [Delete Capture File] from the [Simulator] menu.


2 Click the [Yes] button.The selected capture image file is deleted.

If the name of the capture image file to be pasted

already exists, - Copy is added to the file name.

The deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin of

the operating system. If files have been deleted by

mistake, you can restore them from the Recycle

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4 Delete Generation (For Multi- Capture, Connector Capture)The selected generation is deleted.

1 Select [Operate Capture File] and then [Delete Generation] from the [Simulator] menu.


2 Click the [Yes] button.The selected generation is deleted.

Update ThumbnailsReloads all the capture image storage folders for the camera and updates the thumbnails on the filmstrip.

1 Select [Update Thumbnails] from the [Simulator] menu.All the camera thumbnails are updated.

The deleted generations are moved to the Recycle

Bin of the operating system. If generations have

been deleted by mistake, you can restore them

from the Recycle Bin.

When an image is added to the capture image

storage folder, the corresponding thumbnail is also

added to the filmstrip. Likewise, when the image is

deleted from the folder, the corresponding

thumbnail is also deleted from the filmstrip.

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1 Select [Initialize Order of Capture Files] from the [Simulator] menu.


2 Click the [OK] button.The current order is discarded, and cannot be

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4 Set Trigger IntervalSets the interval for repeat execution.

1 Select [Set Trigger Interval...] from the [Simulator] menu.The [Set Trigger Interval] window appears.

2 Set the trigger interval.You can specify an interval of 0.1 to 999.9 seconds. Intervals

can be specified in increments of 0.1 seconds.


The trigger interval cannot be set during repeat

execution.

The trigger interval can be set for each program

setting.

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Full ScreenDisplays the simulator in full screen.

1 Select [Full Screen] from the [View] menu.The simulator is displayed in full screen.

2 To end the full screen view, click the [Close Full Screen Display] button.

3 To show the filmstrip, click the [Show Filmstrip] button.To hide the filmstrip, click the [Hide Filmstrip] button.

The window is displayed at a ratio of 4:3 and enlarged to fit the height or width of the computer

display. If a display ratio other than 4:3 is used,

black margins will appear on the screen.

If there is no space for the filmstrip, the filmstrip is not displayed.

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4 Changing Window SizeChanges the simulator window size.

1 Select [Window Size...] from the [View] menu.The [Window Size] dialog appears.

2 Select the window size.You can also specify a size of 50% to 200%.

3 Click the [OK] button. The window cannot be enlarged if it has already

been maximized.

The window size cannot be larger than the display size.

Alternatively, you can change the window size by placing the mouse cursor on the edge of the

window and dragging it.

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1 Select [Filmstrip] from the [View] menu, and then select [Display Position] and then select a position to show the

filmstrip.

With regard to the simulator screen, the filmstrip can be

positioned in the right, bottom, or top.

Show Title Bar and Toolbar

1 Select [Filmstrip] from the [View] menu, and then select [Show Title Bar and Toolbar].

You can choose to show or hide the titlebar and toolbar of the

Filmstrip.

Thumbnail Size

1 Select [Filmstrip] from the [View] menu, and then select [Thumbnail Size].

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among large, medium and small.

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4CTools

This section explains the usage of the [Tool] menu.

User Manual Auto-Generator

You can create the manual that describes the CV-X Series program settings.The manual is saved in Microsoft Word .doc format.

1 Select [User Manual Auto-Generator...] from the [Tool] menu.

A confirmation dialog that asks whether you want to save the

program setting currently being used in the simulator and cre-

ate the manual is displayed.

2 Click the [OK] button.The [User Manual Auto-Generator] dialog appears.

To use the User Manual Auto-Generator, Microsoft Word must be installed on the computer.

This function is compatible with the following versions of Microsoft Word: Microsoft Word 2007 SP3 or later, 2010 SP2 or later, and 2013.

If using Word2013, deselect the [Open E-mail

attachments and other uneditable files in

reading view] checkbox in the Word2013

options. Under the default settings for

Word2013, an error will occur and user

manual auto-generation will fail.

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44-283 Specify the cover setup, image quality and language, and then click the [Next] button.

[User Manual Auto-Generator] Dialog 1

1 Text 1 (Cover Setup )Enter the text to be printed in the upper left of the cover page.

2 Title (Cover Setup)Enter the title to be printed in the center of the cover.

3 Text 2 (Cover Setup)Enter the text printed at the lower right of the cover. The text is justified to the right.

4 Image Quality in ManualSelect the print quality of the images in the manual.

You can enter up to 255 single-byte or double-byte characters (including two line breaks).

You can enter up to 50 single-byte or double-byte characters.

The title you specify here is used as the manual file name.

If you leave the title field empty or enter a single-byte space, "Operation Manual.doc" is used as the default file name.

The following characters cannot be used in the file name: [/], [:], [*], [?], ["], [], [|], [\], [\t] (tab character)


You can enter up to 255 single-byte or double-byte characters (including 2 line breaks).

When printing the manual on paper, we recommend that you select High Quality. Note that selecting High Quality

may significantly increase the file size.

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5 Cover LayoutSpecify the reference positions of Text 1, Text 2, and Title in Cover Setup.

6 Output LanguageSelect one of the following: English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, German, French, Italian, or

Mexican Spanish.

44 Select the check boxes of the items to be output to the manual, and then click the [Start Generation] button.

[User Manual Auto-Generator] Dialog 2

1 Selecting items to be output to the manualThe items that can be output to the manual are displayed in a tree view.

If you want to configure the details of the items to be output to the manual, select the check boxes for those items.

2 1-click target selectionThe items to be output to the manual are preconfigured for their respective use.

Check All: Select this option to output all the items to the manual.

Check for Operator only: Select this option to create a manual for operators. The following check boxes are selected: Cover, Display Type

and View, Custom Menu, Supplement, Appendix, and Back Cover.

Check for Admin only: Select this option to create a manual for administrators. The following check boxes are selected: Cover, Display

Type and View, Tool Adjustment, Position Adjustment, Execute Conditions, Supplement, Appendix, and Back Cover.

5 Creation of the manual starts.The progress is displayed on the progress bar.

Before creating the manual, close Microsoft Word

and all its related programs. Also, do not start

Microsoft Word and all its related programs during

the manual generation.

You can expand the tree by pressing [+]. To collapse the tree, press [-].

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44-306 When the manual is finished being created, a message appears that prompts you to select the save destination.

Click the [OK] button.

7 Specify the save destination and file name for the man-ual, and then click the [Save] button.

8 When the manual is complete, a message appears that asks whether you want to see the result. Click the [Yes]

button.

The saved manual file is opened.

Files can only be saved in .doc format.

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4Printing the Calibration Pattern

Perform the following steps to print the calibration pattern for calibration setting. For details on calibration settings,see the CV-X Series User's Manual (found in CV-H1X DVD-ROM).

1 Select [Print Calibration Pattern...] from the [Tool] menu.The [Print Calibration Pattern] screen appears.

2 Specify the printing contents and click the [Print] button, then the calibration pattern is printed.

Pattern type

Select the pattern type.

Chessboard (Default): A black and white check pattern is

used.

Dot Grid: A dot pattern is used.

Pattern interval

Specify the pattern interval. (Default: 10.000)

Ratio of Pattern Interval to Dot Diameter

When selecting [Dot Grid] for [Pattern type], select the ratio

between the pattern interval and dot diameter (dot size) with

% (Default: 30).

The accuracy of the pattern varies according to the

performance of the printer.

Also, errors due to paper curl affect the accuracy. If

accuracy at sub-pixel level is necessary, we

recommend that you use an accurate pattern such

as one formed on a glass plate.

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44-32Help

This section explains the usage of the [Help] menu.

Displaying the Help File

1 Select [Help] from the [Help] menu.The help file (a PDF format manual) that contains

instructions for this software will be displayed.

Displaying Version Information

1 Select [About] from the [Help] menu.Displays the version of this software and user information.

2 Click the [OK] button to close the window.

Adobe Reader must be installed on your

computer to read the help file.

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CV-H1X-MError Message List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

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AA-2Error Message List

This section explains general error messages.

Error ID Message Cause Resolution

W01002 Failed to access registry. Unable to read data from registry.

Check the access rights to registry.

W01003 Failed to perform the activation processing.

The activation code might not be correct.

Check the activation code.

W01102 The simulator is unable to activate because of too long workspace name.

The workspace name length is over 60 characters.

Change the workspace name to a name that is 60 characters or less.

W01201 The help file is not installed. The help file is not installed. Check whether the help file exists. If no file exists, reinstall the software.

W01202 Failed to open the help file. Failed to open the help file. Install the software to view PDF files.

W01234 Failed to save the workspace. Invalid path.

The specified workspace folder is not found.

Check the workspace path.

W01402 The following characters cannot be used for the workspace name: \ / : * ? " < > |

The workspace name contains an unusable character.

Specify the workspace name. The following characters cannot be used when specifying the name: \ / : * ? " < > | \t (tab character)

W01404 The workspace name already exists.

The specified workspace name already exists.

Change the workspace name.

W01448 A relative path cannot be used for the base path.Check that the base path is a full path.

A relative path cannot be used for the base path.

Confirm that the base path is a full path.

W01449 The base path is not input.Enter the base bath.

A base path has not been entered.

Enter a base path.

W01450 The drive specification of the base path is invalid.Check the base path drive.

The specified drive is incorrect. Check the base path drive.

W01451 The following characters cannot be used for the base path: / * ? " < > |Check the base path.

The following characters cannot be used in the path. / * ? < > |

Check the base path.

W01452 The base path contains an unusable character code.Check the base path.

Character codes that cannot be used in the path have been entered. The base path only supports single or double-byte characters.

Check the base path.

W01453 The base path is too long.Check the length of the base path.

The length of the base path exceeds 200 bytes.

Check the length of the base path.

W01454 A network folder has been set in the base path.Set a local folder or a folder assigned to a network drive.

A network folder has been specified.

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AW01455 Uploading failed because the program memory required for the program No.* in the virtual drive (SD1 or SD2) exceeded the capacity of the controller.

The resource memory amount or image memory amount used by the program setting exceeds the memory capacity contained in the upload destination controller.

Change the setting so that it fits the upload destination memory capacity.

S03013 Failed to start the simulator. Failed to start the simulator due to a lack of memory or other resources.The resource environment might not be sufficient for this software.

Close any other applications that are running, and prepare an adequate resource environment to restart the simulator.

M05002 Since Microsoft Word is not installed, the user manual auto-generator cannot be activated.

Microsoft Word is not installed on the computer.

Install Microsoft Word.

M05003 No specified workspace is available.

The specified workspace cannot be found.

Specify the correct workspace from the workspace manager, start the simulator, and then execute the user manual auto-generator again.

M05602 Failed to auto-generate the manual.The option to open uneditable files in reading view is set in Microsoft Word.Remove the check from the "Open e-mail attachments and other uneditable files in reading view" option in Word Options and retry.

The [Open E-mail attachments and other uneditable files in reading view] checkbox in the Word 2013 options is active.

Deselect the [Open E-mail attachments and other uneditable files in reading view] checkbox in the Word options and then execute.

M05915 Failed to open the file in doc format.Review your Word setting to resolve the problem, and retry execution.

Failed to open the file in the Word doc format.

This problem might be caused by the Security Center settings when you attempt to use Word 2007 or 2010. Check the doc file access restriction.

A07001 Failed to access the registry. Unable to read or write the registry.

Check the access right to the registry.

I00002 The target application is already installed in this computer.Please install again after uninstalling the application currently installed.

The target application is already installed.

Uninstall the application, and then reinstall it.

I00003 Unable to install in this computer.Please try on a PC running Windows XP SP2 or later.

An operation system earlier than Windows XP SP2 is installed on the computer on which the application is to be installed.

We strongly recommend installation on a PC that has Windows Vista/7, as this software is guaranteed to operate with these operating systems.

I00004 An error occurred in the component installer and

An error occurred in the component installer and

Retry installation.

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installation was cancelled, or the user cancelled the installation.Retry installation.

installation was cancelled, or the user cancelled the installation.

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AI01001 Unable to uninstall.Please try again after terminating the target application.

Unable to uninstall the target application because it is running.

Shut down the application, and then retry the uninstallation.

C33001 Changing the run mode is not available at present.

You cannot change the run mode while you are editing tools.

Return to the top screen before trying to change the run mode.

C33004 Loading is not allowed in the simulator.

Attempted to load the setting while the controller ID lock was activated.

Enter the security password.

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HSet Trigger Interval ........................................ 4-21[Help] menu ...........................................3-14, 4-30

Help(Simulator) ...............................................4-30

Shutting Down the Simulator ........................... 4-2

Shutting Down the Software ............................ 2-5

Simulator screen .............................................. 2-7Index

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Bottom button ...................................................4-6

C

Close button ..............................................2-6, 2-7

Connected camera settings ..............................4-5

Continuous trigger button (simulation only) ......4-6

Copy Capture File ...........................................4-16

Copy Capture Storage Folder .........................4-14

Copying a Workspace ......................................3-8

Create New Capture Storage Folder ..............4-13

Creating a New Workspace ..............................3-2

Customer Information (User Name, Affiliation) ..1-5

Cut Capture File .............................................4-17

CV-X Series Easy Setup,

Auto-Teaching, Machine Vision System ............. 1

CV-X series simulator screen ...........................2-7

CV-X Series User's Manual ................................ 1

Cycling trigger ...................................................4-7

D

Delete Capture File .........................................4-18

Delete Capture Storage Folder .......................4-14

Deleting a Workspace ......................................3-9

E

Error Message ................................................. A-2

Exporting a Workspace ....................................3-5

F

Filmstrip ............................................................2-7

Forward button .................................................4-6

Forward trigger .................................................4-7

Full Screen .....................................................4-22

Help(Workspace Management) ..................... 3-14

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Importing a Workspace .................................... 3-6

Installation ........................................................ 1-4

M

Menu bar ................................................... 2-6, 2-7

Minimize button ......................................... 2-6, 2-7

N

Normal trigger .................................................. 4-8

O

Obtaining an Activation Code ........................ 1-13

Open Capture Storage Folder ........................ 4-15

Opening a Workspace Folder ........................ 3-10

Operate Capture File ..................................... 4-16

Operate Capture Storage Folder ................... 4-13

Operating Configuration ................................... 1-3

Overview .......................................................... 2-2

P

Paste Capture File ......................................... 4-18

R

Random trigger ................................................ 4-9

Retry button ..................................................... 4-6

Retry trigger ..................................................... 4-7

Reverse button ................................................. 4-6

Reverse trigger ................................................ 4-7