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DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Technical Reference Version: 9.6 | v9.6.0

PDF: 1.57 MB

Version: 9.6.0

Release Date: 02/03/2020

Language: English

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Content Summary

Download the DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Technical Reference for information on the operational theory and concepts of the Cognex DS1000 Series Sensors.

The DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Technical Reference provides detailed information on how the DS1000 Series Sensors work, including their ability to measure 3D shapes and sizes of objects, the generation of range images, and their operational principles. This document also includes instructions on reading distance, field of view, and various settings for optimal sensor performance.

Table of Contents:

  • About this Manual
  • How the DS 1000 Series Sensor Works
  • Basic Operation
  • Intensity Image
  • Range Image
  • How Range Images Are Created
  • Reading Distance and Field of View
  • Missing Pixels in the Range Image
  • Coordinate Systems
  • Sensor 3D Space
  • Image 3D Space
  • Transformation from Image 3D to Sensor 3D Space
  • Motion Direction
  • Why Does Changing Motion Mirror the Pixels?
  • Positive Encoder Direction settings
  • Acquire Direction Settings
  • Conclusion