SL SLR Mini W I4 Iss3g 2733

Instruction Manual
SL mini-W and SLR mini-W Series Speed and Length

Gauges
Issue 3g
4 October 2022
Proton Products Co. Ltd.

10 Aylesbury End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire HP9 1LW
England
www.protonproducts.com
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SL mini-W and SLR mini-W Series Speed and Length Gauges Instruction Manual - issue 3g
Table of Contents
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (CSA) .......................................................6
LASER SAFETY PARAMETERS ......................................................................7
INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................8
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION..........................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................9
MODEL-SPECIFIC SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................... 9
COMMON SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................... 9
DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS.........................................................................11
ANNOTATED DRAWINGS...........................................................................12
TOP VIEW ........................................................................................................................................... 12
FRONT VIEW ....................................................................................................................................... 12
REAR VIEW ......................................................................................................................................... 13
UNDERSIDE VIEW ................................................................................................................................ 13
LED INDICATORS ................................................................................................................................ 14
ON-GAUGE LCD DISPLAY ........................................................................14

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES .........................................................................15
COMMUNICATIONS............................................................................................................................... 15
POWER ............................................................................................................................................... 16
STANDS AND GUARDS ......................................................................................................................... 17
PROTECTION....................................................................................................................................... 18
OPTIONAL COOLING SYSTEM ....................................................................19

INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 20
PRECAUTIONS..................................................................................................................................... 20
Operating and storage temperature ........................................................................................................... 20
Protect from impact .................................................................................................................................... 20
Do not open or disassemble ........................................................................................................................ 20
Periodic maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 21
Laser radiation hazard ................................................................................................................................ 21
Optical windows .......................................................................................................................................... 22
Optical window cleaning procedure ............................................................................................................ 23
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE .................................................................................................................... 23
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................. 24
Stand-off distance and depth-of-field ......................................................................................................... 24
Object stabilisation ..................................................................................................................................... 25
Optical alignment ........................................................................................................................................ 26
Measurement Direction .............................................................................................................................. 28
SL mini-W Unidirectional Speed and Length Gauge .................................................................................... 28
SLR mini-W Bidirectional Speed and Length Gauge .................................................................................... 29
Mechanical mounting ................................................................................................................................. 29
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................. 30
Earth connection ......................................................................................................................................... 30
Shielded Cables ........................................................................................................................................... 30
LASER ENABLE ................................................................................................................................................. 31
SHUTTER CONTROL SWITCH, SHUTTER ENABLE INPUT AND SHUTTER STATE OUTPUT ..................................................... 32
SHUT_EN input electrical specifications ...................................................................................................... 33
SHUT_ST output electrical specifications .................................................................................................... 34
POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................................................... 35
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Powering on the gauge ............................................................................................................................... 35
Powering off the gauge ............................................................................................................................... 35
CONFIGURATION VIA CDI4 .......................................................................36

POWER ON SCREEN............................................................................................................................. 36
HOME PAGE 1 (NORMAL MODE) ............................................................................................................ 37
HOME PAGE 1 (BATCH MODE)............................................................................................................... 37
HOME PAGE 2 (NORMAL AND BATCH MODE)........................................................................................... 39
FUNCTION MENUS ............................................................................................................................... 39
MEASUREMENT ................................................................................................................................... 40
COMMUNICATIONS............................................................................................................................... 45
INTERFACE...................................................................................................................................... 47
STATUS .............................................................................................................................................. 52
ACCESS LEVELS ............................................................................................................................. 52
STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACES ...............................................53

CAN-BUS COMMUNICATIONS ............................................................................................................... 53
CAN-bus interface ....................................................................................................................................... 53
CAN-bus LED indicator ................................................................................................................................ 53
RS-232 COMMUNICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 54
RS-232 interface .......................................................................................................................................... 54
RS-232 Printing ............................................................................................................................................ 55
Proton standard RS232 parameter access protocol .................................................................................... 58
Modbus parameter access protocol ............................................................................................................ 60
PROFIBUS COMMUNICATIONS ............................................................................................................ 64
PROFIBUS interface ..................................................................................................................................... 64
PROFIBUS LED indicator .............................................................................................................................. 64
ETHERNET / IP OR PROFINET COMMUNICATIONS ............................................................................... 65
EtherNet / IP or PROFINET interface ........................................................................................................... 65
EtherNet / IP or PROFINET LED indicator .................................................................................................... 65
ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 66
Ethernet interface ....................................................................................................................................... 66
Ethernet LED indicator ................................................................................................................................ 66
OPC UNIFIED ARCHITECTURE (UA) ..................................................................................................... 67
STANDARD ELECTRICAL INTERFACES ........................................................ 72

LOGIC INPUTS ..................................................................................................................................... 72
Logic inputs connection ............................................................................................................................... 72
LOGIC OUTPUTS ................................................................................................................................. 74
Logic outputs connection ............................................................................................................................ 74
Logic outputs electrical specifications ......................................................................................................... 74
PULSE OUTPUTS ................................................................................................................................. 75
Pulse outputs connection ............................................................................................................................ 75
PULSE OUTPUTS ON SL MINI-W AND ON PSU-BOB ................................................................................. 76
Pulse outputs electrical specifications ......................................................................................................... 79
CONNECTOR PIN OUTS .............................................................................80

INPUT PARAMETERS.................................................................................81
OUTPUT PARAMETERS .............................................................................85
CONTACT DETAILS FOR ENQUIRIES, SALES AND SERVICE ............................. 87
WEB SITE:........................................................................................................................................... 87
ENQUIRIES AND SALES......................................................................................................................... 87
SERVICE ENQUIRIES ............................................................................................................................ 87
MANUAL FEEDBACK AND COPYRIGHT ........................................................ 87
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (CE)
Manufacturer’s name: Proton Products International Ltd
Manufacturer’s address: 10 Aylesbury End
Beaconsfield
Bucks, UK
EMC Standards Applied: EN 61326-1:2013

Low Voltage Standards Applied: EN61010-1 2010 (Scientific and measuring instruments)
Laser used is 658Nm maximum power output for each beam 20mW (two are emitted from a single
source).
Laser Safety Compliance to: BS EN 60825-1:2007

Limitations to use: Heavy Industrial Environment
Compliance with EMC directives was by the standards route.
It is declared for and on behalf of Proton Products Ltd that the equipment specified below conforms to
EC directives EMC: 2014/30/EU and Low Voltage: 2014/35/EU and Laser Safety BS EN 60825-
1:2007.
Equipment Covered
Product name Description Part number
Unidirectional non-contact speed and length gauge
SL mini 1220-W i4 00060MC011
(stand-off distance: 120mm, depth-of field: 20mm)
SL mini 3060-W i4 00060MC012
Bidirectional non-contact speed and length gauge
SLR mini 1220-W i4 00060MC015
SLR mini 3060-W i4 00060MC016
Break out box for the 25 pin terminal strip on the gauge
PSU-BOB i4 00060MC050
head combined with power supply
SiDi-CDi4 Touch screen display module 00049MC021
These products carry the CE Mark:
The manufacturer of the above named equipment is:

Proton Products International Limited
10 Aylesbury End
Beaconsfield
Bucks
HP9 1LW
ENGLAND
Proton Products is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.
The declaration is signed by:
Paul Sives ………………………
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (CSA)
This is to certify that the following equipment has been manufactured in

compliance with the standards for Machine Safety and Workplace Electrical
Safety according to the CSA (Canadian Standards Association).
Equipment Covered
Product name Description Part number
SL mini 1220-W i4 00060MC011
SL mini 3060-W i4 00060MC012
SLR mini 1220-W i4 00060MC015
SLR mini 3060-W i4 00060MC016
Break out box for the 25 pin terminal strip on the gauge
PSU-BOB i4 00060MC050
head combined with power supply
SiDi-CDi4 Touch screen display module 00049MC021
The manufacturer of the above named equipment is:
Proton Products International Limited

10 Aylesbury End
Beaconsfield
Bucks
HP9 1LW
ENGLAND
The declaration is signed by:
Paul Sives ………………………
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LASER SAFETY PARAMETERS
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
CLASS IIIb LASER PRODUCT
Proton Products SL mini-W and SLR mini-W series laser speed and length gauges emit laser
radiation with the following parameters:
Parameter Minimum Typical Maximum Units

Wavelength 650 658 670 nm
Beam diameter 3 mm
Spot size at standoff distance 3 mm
Beam divergence 1.5 mrad
Total emitted power 40 mW
Emitted power per beam
20 mW
(2 beams are emitted)
Power density at gauge window 280 mW/cm2
Power density at standoff distance 560 mW/cm2
Nominal hazard zone (NHZ) distance
20 to 100 mm
(diffuse surface reflection)*
Nominal hazard zone (NHZ) distance
(specular / reflective surface 150 m
reflection)
*this distance is highly dependent on the nature and type of diffuse surface.
This product complies with DHHS Rule 21 CFR chapter I subchapter J in effect at date of manufacture.
This item complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11.
Manufacturer: Proton Products International Ltd.
Address: 10 Aylesbury End Beaconsfield Buckinghamshire HP9 1LW England.
Manufacturer signature:
Paul Sives: ………………………
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INTRODUCTION
The Proton Products SL mini-W and SLR mini-W series of laser speed and length gauges provide
highly-accurate, non-contact speed and length measurement.
SL mini-W series gauges offer speed and length measurement for unidirectional production lines.
SLR mini-W series gauges offer speed and length measurement for bidirectional production lines. The
gauge senses the direction of motion and will automatically increment or decrement the length
accordingly. SLR mini-W gauges are thus suitable for production lines that undergo direction
reversals or stationary (zero speed) periods.
Compared to traditional contact wheel encoders, SL mini-W / SLR mini-W non-contact speed and
length gauges offer the following advantages:
• Capable of measurement at much higher speeds and accelerations

• No slippage
• Greater accuracy
• No wear or damage to the measured object
• Solid state design results in higher reliability and MTBF
RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet, industrial standard communication interfaces (PROFIBUS,

EtherNet/IP or PROFINET) and WiFi communication interfaces are installed as standard for
straightforward connection to computers or PLCs.
User configurable digital inputs are provided as standard to reset gauge measurements and trigger
printing. User configurable digital outputs are provided as standard to signal gauge status and preset
length reached.
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
SL mini-W series unidirectional speed and length gauges illuminate the measured surface with a
precisely pitched interference pattern created by the intersection of two laser beams. The alternating
bright and dark interference fringes modulate the light scattered by the object with a frequency
proportional to the object speed. This scattered light is detected by a photodiode and the electrical
signal digitally processed to determine the frequency and hence the speed. Object length is then
calculated by integrating the speed measurement over time.
SLR mini-W series bidirectional speed and length gauges extend this principle by using a high-
frequency Bragg cell modulator to illuminate the measured surface with a scanning interference
pattern, which generates an oscillating light signal even when the object is stationary. Direction of
motion is determined by whether the scattered light frequency is higher or lower than the stationary
frequency.
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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL-SPECIFIC SPECIFICATIONS
Unidirectional – SL mini- Bidirectional – SLR mini-
Specification W W Units
1220 3060 1220 3060
Minimum speed 0.15 0.25 0 0 m/min
Maximum speed 2000 3000 ±2000 ±3000 m/min
Nominal stand-off distance 120 300 120 300 mm
Depth of field 20 60 20 60 mm
COMMON SPECIFICATIONS
Specification Minimum Typical Maximum Units
Accuracy -0.05 0.05 %
Repeatability -0.02 0.02 %
Acceleration 500 m/s2
Measurement update time 40 µs
Laser beam diameter 3 mm

Laser classification 3B -
Operating temperature +5 +40 °C

Environmental protection IP67 -
Power supply voltage 18 24 30 VDC

Power consumption 15 W
Length 142 mm
Width 104 mm
Height 53 mm
Measurement display Integrated backlit LCD
3× RS-422 compliant differential pair outputs with
maximum pulse rate 2 MHz (cable length dependent),
Pulse outputs
end-user configurable as:
6× independent pulse outputs 3× quadrature output
Laser enable input Open shutter input
Laser safety
Shutter status output
Reverse Direction Length Hold
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3× Logic inputs (end-user configurable Reset Speed Hold
functions) End of Reel Display Hold
Gauge OK Gauge too hot
Good reading Object detected
2× Logic outputs (end-user configurable
Preset length 1 / Batch length reached
functions)
Preset length 2 / Batch number reached
Gauge measuring speed
RS-232* CANbus**
Standard communications interfaces Ethernet TCP/IP (Modbus protocol), WIFI, OPC UA.
PROFIBUS PROFINET EtherNet/IP
*An optional RS-232-to-USB converter cable is available for connection to USB equipped computers.
**CAN-bus protocol is proprietary and reserved for connection to other Proton Products equipment
such as a CDI4 interface display unit.
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DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS
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ANNOTATED DRAWINGS
TOP VIEW
Label Description
1 LED indicators
2 LCD display
3 Tamper-evident seal (×2; damage to or removal will invalidate the product warranty)
FRONT VIEW
1 2 3
Label Description
1 Optional air wipe / beam enclosure tube mounting holes (×4)
2 Optical window
Laser shutter control switch
Switch status Laser shutter status Laser beam status
3
Out Closed Blocked
In Open Emitting
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REAR VIEW
1 2 3 4 5
Label Description
1 Earth bolt
2 Cooling air / water outlet
3 Cooling air / water inlet
4 “INTERFACE” connector port
Nitrogen gas purge port (for factory use only; any attempt to open or connect to this port
5
will invalidate the product warranty)
UNDERSIDE VIEW
1 1
Label Description
1 M5 threaded mounting hole (×3)
2 ¼”-20 UNC threaded tripod mounting hole
Nitrogen gas purge port (for factory use only; any attempt to open or connect to this port
3
will invalidate the product warranty)
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LED INDICATORS
Label Condition Description

Extinguished No laser emission
LASER Yellow Laser emission
Flashing Laser shutter is closed, whilst laser diode is on.
Extinguished No CANbus connection
CAN
Green CANbus communicating
Extinguished No Ethernet connection
EIP Green Ethernet connected
Flashing red Ethernet data transmission
Extinguished Optional PROFIBUS / PROFINET / EtherNet/IP not connected
i-BUS
Green Optional PROFIBUS / PROFINET / EtherNet/IP connected
ON-GAUGE LCD DISPLAY

The SL mini-W and SLR mini-W gauges are fitted with a backlit, on-gauge LCD which displays the
following information:
Label Description
S Measured speed
L Measured length
GR Good Readings percentage
SNR Signal-to-Noise Ratio
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
COMMUNICATIONS
SiDi-CDi4-SL Touch screen display module
• Touch screen display.

• Connects via the CAN-bus port.
• Displays measured speed and length.
• Provides menu-based setting of all parameters.
• Mounts directly on the gauge body or remotely via
an extension cable.
Proton part number 00049MC021
CAN-bus cable
Name Length / m Proton part number
CAN 9DD_003M 3 00041CB003
CAN 9DD_005M 5 00041CB005
CAN 9DD_010M 10 00041CB010
CAN 9DD_020M 20 00041CB020
CAN 9DD_030M 30 00041CB030
CAN 9DD_040M 40 00041CB040
PCiS_SL/SLR mini PC Interface Software
• PC-based software package.

• User-friendly graphical user interface.
• Displays all measurements.
• Provides menu-based setting of all parameters.
• Provides trending, data logging, presets and alarms.
• Gauge to PC connection via RS-232 or Ethernet
Proton part number 00060SW001
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USB-RS232 Cable
• For connecting the RS232 port of the PSU-BOB to the

7″ Touch Screen PC.
• Length: 1.8m.
Proton part number GP00000624
POWER
PSU-BOB Power supply and mini break out box
• Connects via the DB44 “INTERFACE” connector.

• Supplies 24VDC electrical power to the gauge.
• Provides screw terminal access to all electrical
interfaces.
• Provides DB9 connectors for access to the CANbus,
RS232 and industrial bus communications interfaces.
• Provides a RJ45 socket for the Ethernet interface.
• End user cables are sealed with three cable glands.
• Input voltage range: 90 – 260 VAC @ 45 – 65 Hz.
• Select the required length of DB44 cable from below.
DB44 “INTERFACE” port to PSU-BOB cable

Name Length / m Proton part number
DB44_003m(9.8ft) Cable 3 00053CE001
DB44_005m(16ft) Cable 5 00053CE002
DB44_010m(32ft) Cable 10 00053CE003
DB44_020m(64ft) Cable 20 00053CE004
DB44_030m(98ft) Cable 30 00053CE005
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STANDS AND GUARDS
Base Plate
• For securing a SL/SLR mini gauge to a mounting

surface.
Vibration reducing kit
• For use with the above Base Plate (00050MC042) in

high-vibration environments.
3D Adjuster Plate
• For use with the above Base Plate (00050MC042) for

precision alignment of the SL/SLR mini gauge to the
measured object.
• Provides ±3°of roll and yaw adjustment.
Laser Protection Tube for SL/SLR mini 1220
• Enclosure of the laser beam to within 10mm of the

object for laser safety and harsh environments.
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Laser Protection Tube for SL/SLR mini 3060
• Enclosure of the laser beam to within 10mm of the

object for laser safety and harsh environments.
PROTECTION
Air wipe
• High-efficiency, air-wiped protection window for

dusty/steamy environments with a quick-change
window release mechanism.
• Provides an 8 mm push fit tube fitting to connection to a
clean air source.
Air quality must meet or exceed ISO 8573.1:2001 Class 1.3.1 (solids.water.oil):
Specification Maximum Units Class

0.1 - 0.5 μm solid particle count 100 / m3
0.5 - 1 μm solid particle count 1 / m3 1
1 - 5 μm solid particle count 0 / m3
Water vapour pressure dew point -20 °C 3
Oil aerosol and vapour 0.01 mg / m3 1
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OPTIONAL COOLING SYSTEM
For hot environments, air or water may be pumped through the base of the gauge for cooling.
Cooling air or Cooling air or

water outlet water inlet
Note: cooling is required if the case temperature of the gauge exceeds 50°C.
The case temperature of the gauge can be viewed on the Status page 2 on CDI4.
Air cooling
• The gauge may be air-cooled using factory air regulated with a reducer valve to a pressure of
1.5 ~2.5 bar fed to the cooling inlet.
• The cooling air travels only in the embedded cooling channel in the base of the gauge; it does
not come into contact with the internal workings of the gauge.
• Waste air is vented from the cooling outlet; to reduce its acoustic noise, a silencer (e.g. from
Norgren or Martonair) may be fitted downstream of the cooling outlet.
Water cooling
Cooling water specification Minimum Typical Maximum Units
Water temperature 5 25 ℃
Speed of water flow 1.2 m/s
Water pressure 0.1 0.5 M/Pa
Water flow rate 15 L/h
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INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
Operating and storage temperature
Operating temperature +5 +40 °C
Storage temperature 0 +45 °C
• Do not store or operate the gauge in temperatures outside of the specified ranges.
• Do not install the gauge near high temperature surfaces or objects which may cause it to
overheat.
• Storage or operation of the gauge outside the specified temperature range may result in
degraded measurement accuracy, malfunction or damage to the gauge.
• All gauges are fitted with internal temperature sensors which will permanently log any over-
temperature condition that invalidates the warranty.
Protect from impact
Protect from impact and

Fragile Do not drop
mechanical shock
• The gauge contains delicate optical and electronic assemblies and must never be dropped or
struck by other objects.
• Only install the gauge on its mounting/stand when all machining, assembly and transportation
of the mounting/stand has been completed.
• Do NOT strike, move or perform machining operations on the mounting/stand with the gauge
installed.
• Damage incurred by the gauge as a result of impact, mechanical shock or rough handling is
NOT covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
Do not open or disassemble

• The gauge contains no user serviceable components.
• Loosening the gauge screws or removing its cover will invalidate the gauge warranty.
• Damage to or removal of any of the anti-tamper stickers will invalidate the gauge warranty.
• The gauge is factory-purged with dry nitrogen gas to prevent condensation on the internal
optics; opening of the gas purge ports (indicated below) will invalidate the gauge warranty.
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WARNING: Do NOT attempt to open either of the gas purge ports indicated below:
Rear view Underside view
Periodic maintenance
• The physical condition of the gauge, optional accessories and connecting cables should be
checked periodically; if any damage is suspected, then the unit should be taken out of service
for inspection and repair or replacement of damaged parts.
Laser radiation hazard
• This product emits class 3B laser radiation; do not view the laser beams emitted by the gauge
either directly or by specular reflection.
• For all class 3B laser devices, the safety measures below MUST be provided. Some
measures are the responsibility of the device manufacturer (Proton Products), whilst other
measures are the responsibility of the end-user.
• For further information on laser safety, please refer to European standard BS EN 60825-
1:2007 “Safety of laser products; Part 1: Equipment classification, requirements and user’s
guide”.
Safety Provided
Description
Measure by
A Laser Safety Officer (LSO) must be appointed by the end-user
Laser Safety
organisation and is responsible for ensuring that both the equipment End-user
Officer
and staff comply with laser safety regulations.
The end-user organisation must provide appropriate laser safety
Laser safety
training for all operators and maintenance personnel working in close End-user
training
proximity to the gauge.
A key-switch to disable the laser diode should be wired to the
LSR_EN input. The laser safety officer should be responsible for the
End-user
Laser enable key and must withhold it during system maintenance or it the system
key-switch fails to comply with laser safety regulations.
A laser enable key-switch is provided on the optional PSU-
Proton
BOB-mini.
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Safety Provided
Description
Measure by
Terminate the laser beams at the end of their useful length (behind
the measured object) with a beam block.
Contain and
Contain laser beam paths with laser guards which have closure
terminate End-user
switches wired to the SHUT_EN input so that the laser shutter is
beam path
closed if any guard is opened.
Do NOT permit the laser beams to be directed into open space.

Prevent Never direct the laser beams at specular (mirror-like) reflectors.
specular
End-user
(mirror-like) Remove all reflective objects such as jewellery or wristwatches before
reflections working near the laser beams.
Illumination of the “LASER” LED on the gauge indicates laser
Proton
Emission emission.
indicator An external laser emission warning light may be triggered by the
End-user
SHUT_ST output.
The switch to the side of the laser window opens or closes the laser
Proton
shutter which blocks laser emission.
Laser shutter
switch If the gauge is to be mounted in an inaccessible location, then this
switch should be set to the open position and a remote, external laser End-user
shutter switch wired to the SHUT_EN input.
Laser protection eyewear rated with the Optical Density (OD) rated for
Laser Class 3B lasers must be worn whenever there is a risk of eye
protection exposure to the laser, for example during gauge alignment (see the End-user
eyewear “Laser Safety Parameters” section for information on laser
wavelength, power and power densities).
Class 3B laser warning signs must be displayed in the working area;
precautions on the warning signs must be followed.
Example class 3B laser warning signage:
Laser
warning End-user
signs
Optical windows
• Do not allow smoke, water, steam, dust or other debris to come into contact with any of the
optical window.
• Obstruction of the optical window may degrade measurement accuracy or inhibit
measurement.
• If the optical window appears to be damaged or misaligned, then the unit should be sent to a
Proton Products authorised service agent for repair.
• If the optical window requires cleaning, then refer to the cleaning procedure detailed below to
minimise the risk of scratching the windows.
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Optical window cleaning procedure
• The optical window is manufactured from anti-reflection coated optical glass; it must be
treated with the same level of care as a high-performance camera lens.
• Before inspecting or cleaning the optical window, ensure that the gauge is powered
off, the LSR_EN key-switch is locked out and no laser light is emitted.
Required items Notes

Small blower brush Such as the type used to remove dust from camera lenses.
Lens cleaning tissues or
Do NOT use facial tissues as these can scratch delicate optics.
micro-fibre lens cleaning cloth
Lens cleaning solution Such as the type specified for cleaning camera lenses.
1. Use the small blower brush to remove any visible dust on the optical window.
2. Apply a few drops of lens cleaning solution to a fresh lens cleaning tissue or a clean micro-
fibre lens cleaning cloth.
3. Gently wipe the optical window from the centre outwards; apply only light pressure to the
tissue or cloth when wiping the optical window.
4. Repeat as necessary with fresh tissues or a clean section of cloth until the optical window is
clean and free of all smears and smudges.
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
Unpack the gauge and check for missing accessories and shipping damage.
Mechanical installation:
1. Mount the gauge securely either on a user supplied mount or on an optional Proton Products
mounting plate.
Electrical installation:
1. Install earth connections.

2. Connect the gauge to an optional Proton Products PSU-BOB power supply and break-out
box.
3. Install laser safety connections (laser enable, shutter enable and shutter status).
4. Install communications interface connections (RS-232, Ethernet or optional PROFIBUS,
PROFINET or EtherNet/IP).
5. Install electrical interface connections (logic inputs, logic outputs, pulse outputs) using the
optional Proton Products PSU-BOB breakout box or terminal strip.
6. Connect a PC installed with the PCiS_SLmini software to the gauge via the RS-232, Ethernet
or optional PROFINET or EtherNet/IP communications interface.
7. Configure the gauge using the PCiS_SLmini software.
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MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
Stand-off distance and depth-of-field
• For best accuracy, locate the measured object at the specified stand-off distance to the
gauge.
• Speed and length measurement is possible for objects located away from the specified stand-
off distance but still within the depth-of-field; however the measurement accuracy may be
degraded by the reduced signal strength.
Stand-off distance
Ideal object location Depth-of-field
Model Stand-off distance / mm Depth-of-field / mm

SL mini-W SLR mini 120 20
1220 1220
SL mini-W SLR mini 300 60
3060 3060
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Object stabilisation
For accurate speed and length measurements, the distance between the measured object and the
gauge must be kept constant; the measured object must be guided to prevent flutter:
Incorrect Correct
The end-user must provide suitable mechanisms for guiding and stabilising the motion of the
measured object.
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Optical alignment
Non-perpendicular alignment of the speed and length gauge to the measured object will degrade
measurement accuracy; it is recommended the gauge is installed and aligned by technicians with
metrology experience who understand the implications of even a small angular misalignment.
Correct Gauge Alignment

Pitch alignment
Roll alignment Yaw alignment Acceptable for γ within ±5°
Ideal (γ ≠ 0 may be used to prevent receiver
saturation for highly-reflective objects)
90° 90° 90°
Incorrect Gauge Alignment

Roll cosine error Yaw cosine error
90°
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Compounded roll and yaw cosine error
Measured speed = (True object speed) × cos (α) × cos (β)
Error angle α or β / degrees cos (α) or cos (β) Measurement error / %

0 1.000000 0.000
0.25 0.999990 -0.001
0.50 0.999962 -0.004
0.75 0.999914 -0.009
1.0 0.999848 -0.015
2.0 0.999391 -0.061
3.0 0.998630 -0.137
4.0 0.997564 -0.244
5.0 0.996195 -0.381
10 0.984808 -1.519
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Measurement Direction
SL mini-W Unidirectional Speed and Length Gauge

The unidirectional SL mini-W speed and length gauge interprets motion in either direction as a
positive speed and an increase in length, thus correct length accumulation requires that the object
must only move in one direction (reverse motion will incorrectly cause the length to increment, not
decrement).
Length measurements during line stoppage may exhibit a positive error due to microscopic vibration
of the object; hence it is recommended that the “Length hold” function on the SL mini-W logic input is
activated by the line controller when the line is stationary to temporarily suspend speed measurement
and length accumulation.
For production lines that require correct length accumulation during direction reversals or line
stoppage (without using the “Length hold” function), it is recommended that the SLR mini-W is used.
SL mini-W Left to right Right to left
Object motion direction
Rev Direction
Count Speed Length Speed Length
logic input
[Up] Inactive Positive Incrementing Positive Incrementing
Down Active Negative Decrementing Negative Decrementing
[ ] factory-default setting
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SLR mini-W Bidirectional Speed and Length Gauge
The bidirectional SLR mini-W speed and length may be used for production lines that exhibit
bidirectional motion and line stoppage.
SLR mini-W Left to right Right to left
Object motion direction
Rev
Input
Count Direction Speed Length Speed Length
DW12.12
logic input
[Up] [0] Inactive Negative Decrementing Positive Incrementing
Down 1 Active Positive Incrementing Negative Decrementing
[ ] factory-default setting
Mechanical mounting
It is preferable for the gauge to be mounted in isolation from the machine or production line using a
precision base plate fitted to a mounting arm (if this is not possible then the gauge must be mounted
on rubber vibration isolation mounts).The mounting arm should be kept as short as possible to avoid
vibration or twisting.
• Please see the dimensional drawings for mounting hole locations.

• Three M5 tapped holes are provided in the base of the gauge; select appropriate length
screws which do not bottom out in these holes.
Specification Minimum Typical Maximum Unit

Mounting surface flatness (machined flat and even) 0.15 mm
M5 mounting hole depth (do not allow bolts to bottom 6 mm
out)
M5 mounting bolt torque 6 Nm
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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Earth connection
Connector type: M5 bolt

• An earth wire of at least 6mm2 must be attached via a crimp on ring terminal to the dedicated
M5 earth bolt on the case of the gauge.
• Do not rely on the mounting bolts to provide a reliable earth path.
• If a height stand is used then it must also be earthed via its own dedicated earth wire.
• All earth wires should be kept as short as possible.
Shielded Cables
• Use shielded cable for all signal connections.

• Ensure that all cable shields are correctly clamped and electrically connected to their
connectors and metal connector shells at both ends.
• Ensure that the shields of cables connecting to the end user’s equipment are clamped to
earth at their destination.
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LASER ENABLE
• The laser enable input is provided for compliance with laser safety regulations.
• The laser diode in the gauge may be energised only if the “LSR_EN” pin (pin 29) is connected
(via an external user-supplied switch contact) to any one of the “DGND” pins (pins 3, 4, 15,
28, 34, 44).
• The gauge requires a few minutes for the laser temperature to stabilise and for valid
measurement after “LSR_EN” is connected to “DGND”. For this reason, it is recommended
that the laser enable input is connected to a safety interlock that is active infrequently, such
as a maintenance lock-out key switch.
• Safety interlocks that are frequently activated and require the gauge to immediately resume
measurement upon deactivation (such as a machine guard door) should be connected to the
shutter enable input (“SHUT_EN”) described in the next section.
Connector type: DB44 male (socket)

Functional
Pin Designation Description Notes
group
Shield S Shield Shield Connect to cable and plug shields
1 +24V +24V power
Power
2 SUPPLY supply
supply and
3 Power supply
signal
4 DGND and signal
ground
28 ground (0V)
Laser diode
Connection
state
Laser
29 LSR_EN Laser enable Open Off (no emission)
enable
Connected to
On (emission)
DGND
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SHUTTER CONTROL SWITCH, SHUTTER ENABLE INPUT AND SHUTTER STATE
OUTPUT
The shutter control switch (located on the front of the gauge), the shutter enable input (SHUT_EN)
and shutter status output (SHUT_ST) are provided for compliance with laser safety regulations.
The SHUT_EN input and the shutter control switch operate in conjunction as follows:
SHUT_EN input Shutter control switch Shutter state Laser output

position
Open O Closed Blocked
Open I Closed Blocked
Shorted to DGND O Closed Blocked
Shorted to DGND I Open Emitting
• The shutter control switch and SHUT_EN input blocks laser beam emission without switching
off the laser diode, thus no warm up time is required when the shutter is opened and the
gauge may be used immediately for measurements.
• The SHUT_EN input is intended for connection to a safety interlock switch that may be
frequently opened, such as on a machine guard or laser safety shield.
• The SHUT_ST output is electrically independent of the SHUT_EN input; the SHUT_ST signal
is taken directly from an optical sensor in the path of the shutter, thus it indicates the shutter
state even in the event of shutter actuator failure.
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SHUT_EN input electrical specifications

Functional
group
Shield S Shield Shield Connect to cable and connector shields
1 +24V +24V power
Power 2 SUPPLY supply
supply and 3 Power
signal 4 supply and
DGND
ground signal
44
ground (0V)
Connection Shutter Laser
Low state (logic 0) /
Shutter Shutter Open Emitting
30 SHUT_EN connected to DGND
control control input
High state (logic 1) /
Closed Blocked
unconnected
• The SHUT_EN input is NOT isolated from earth.

• The input is internally pulled up to +15V via an 8.2kΩ resistor and will default to the high state if
left unconnected.
• The input will source a minimum current of 3mA when externally pulled down to the low state.

Low state (logic 0) input voltage 3 V
High state (logic 1) input voltage 10.5 V
Absolute input voltage -30 30 V
Low state source current 3 mA
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SHUT_ST output electrical specifications

Functional
group
Shield S Shield Shield Connect to cable and connector shields
1 +24V +24V power
2 SUPPLY supply
Power
3 Power
supply and
4 supply and
ground DGND
signal
28
ground (0V)
Signal Shutter Laser
Shutter Shutter Pulled down to
27 SHUT_ST Closed Blocked
control status output DGND
Floating Open Emitting
• The SHUT_ST output is NOT isolated from earth.

• The SHUT_ST output must NOT be used to directly drive high-current or inductive loads.
• It is recommended that the SHUT_ST output is used to drive an opto-isolated solid-state
relay.

Logic output to DGND voltage +25 VDC
Current 0.1 A
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POWER SUPPLY
Power supply voltage* 18 24 30 VDC
Power consumption 15 W
*If a long power supply cable with a significant voltage drop is used, then ensure that the voltage at
the gauge connector does not fall below the minimum value.

Functional
group
Shield S Shield Shield
1 +24V
+24V power supply
Power 2 SUPPLY
supply 3 Power supply ground
DGND
4 (0V)
Powering on the gauge

The gauge has no power switch; as soon as power is applied it will power up and perform some self-
tests. Measurement will begin after a warm-up period of a few minutes required for the temperature of
internal components to stabilise.
Powering off the gauge

The gauge has no power switch; it may be powered off by switching off or disconnecting the power
supply to the unit.
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CONFIGURATION VIA CDI4
POWER ON SCREEN
When the gauge is powered on, the Proton welcome
screen will be displayed momentarily.
Touch screen calibration

If the CDI4 touch screen can be calibrated using the following procedure:
1. Press the “Click to calibrate touch screen” message during gauge power on to access the screen
calibration function.
2. Tap the screen as directed, the screen will be calibrated.
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HOME PAGE 1 (NORMAL MODE)
Home page 1 (in normal mode) displays:
Speed hold / Length hold / Laser status
- Current measured total length
- Current measured speed
- GR: Good readings level

- SNR: Signal-to-Noise Ratio
HOME PAGE 1 (BATCH MODE)

Home page 2 (in batch mode) displays:
Speed hold / Length hold / Laser status
- Current measured batch length
- Current batch number
- Current measured speed

- Current measured total length
- GR: Good readings level
- SNR: Signal-to-Noise Ratio
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Press the button to reset the current measured length to zero.
A pop-up window will appear after pressing this button:
Press the “OK” button to reset the length to zero, or press the “Cancel” button to cancel the
operation.
Press the button to access the function menu page.
Press the button to advance to the next page.
Speed hold: the symbol will appear on the home page 1 when the logic input is set to Speed
Hold.
Length hold: the symbol will appear on the home page 1 when the logic input is set to
Length Hold.
Laser status: the symbol will appear on the home page 1 when the gauge laser diode is
power on. When the diode is power off, the symbol will flash.
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HOME PAGE 2 (NORMAL AND BATCH MODE)
Home page 2 displays:
- The proportion of which has currently been measured relative to

the value of preset length 1, up to 100%.
- The value of Preset Length 1

Adjust Preset Length 1 by clicking on the value, entering the
new value and clicking the “OK” button.
- The proportion of which has currently been measured relative to

the value of preset length 2, up to 100%.
- The value of Preset Length 2

Adjust Preset Length 2 by clicking on the value, entering the
new value and clicking the “OK” button.
- Set the required x-Box height ranging from 0~200mm (only if

the x-Box is installed and enabled).
- Current x-Box height display.

Press the button to return to “Home Page 1”.
FUNCTION MENUS
Press the button on the home page to access this
page.
Press the Home icon to return to the home page; or

press the other icons to access the parameter
configuration pages.
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MEASUREMENT
Press the Measurement icon on the home page to access
the Measurement page 1.
- Select the operation mode from options: Normal; Batch
- Select the measurement unit from options: m/min, m;

ft/min, ft; ft/min, yds; ft/min, inch; yds/min, yds.
- Select the length resolution from options: 0.1&0.0001;
- Select the speed decimal place.
- Select the length decimal place.
- Select the object detect switch from options: OFF; ON.
Press the button to return to the home page.

Operation Mode: Normal / Batch mode

In Normal mode, the SL gauge is used to measure one continuous product.
In Batch mode, the SL gauge is used to measure many items of similar length in a batch of a
particular amount. For example, it may be a batch of 4000x 3-metre lengths of cable, with the SL
guage emitting a pulse ouput every 3 metres to an inkjet printer.
Measurement Unit: m/min,m; ft/min,ft; ft/min,yds; ft/min,inch; yds/min,yds

If the measurement unit is changed (for example from metres to feet or yards), the pulse and
analogue outputs will be changed accordingly.
Length resolution: 0.1; 0.0001

This affects the actual length and speed readings, and the readings sent to an CDI4 display, or via
any of the communications options.
Speed D.P: 1; 0.1; 0.01; 0.001

Adjust the decimal place of the speed reading.
Length D.P: 0.1; 0.01; 0.001; 0.0001

Adjust the decimal place of the length reading.
Object detect switch: OFF / ON

If “ON” is selected, then the measured length is reset to zero on detection of a new object.
If “OFF” is selected, then the measured length continues to accumulate from the previous value on
detection of a new object.
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- Select auto reset switch from options: OFF; ON.
- Select the length auto save switch from options: OFF; ON.
- Set the value of speed average time.
- Set the value of hold time.
- Set the value of length offset.
- Set the value of speed compensation.
- Set the value of minimum speed limit.
- Set the value of acceleration limit: 1~9999

Auto reset when O.D: OFF / ON

If “ON” is selected, then the measured length is reset to zero on detection of a new object.
If “OFF” is selected, then the measured length continues to accumlate from the previous value on
detection of a new object.
Length auto save: OFF / ON

If “ON” is selected, when the gauge is powered off, the current length will be stored in memory, and
length count will continue from that point on subsequent power-on.
If “OFF” is selected, when the gague is powered off, the current length will NOT be stored in memory,
and length count will begin from 0 (zero) on subsequent power-on.
Speed average time: 0~5000ms

If set to 0 (zero), the speed reading is not averaged. If set to a value from 1~4999 ms, the average
speed is calculated at that interval.
The speed averaging time affects the pulse output as well as the analogue output, although the
outputs can be based on the immediate speed (non-averaged speed) or the averaged speed.
A long speed averaging time means that the pulse output is more stable , but less sensitive to small
and sudden changes in measured velocity.
Hold time: 1ms ~ 5000ms

Hold time is the short period of time (typically 2 seconds) for which the current speed is held while the
gauge is unable to make a reading. This allows, for example, for mementary movemetns of the object
surface outside the measuring field. A long hold time is a disadbantage when the end of a product
passes out of the gauge’s measuring field, and measurement length continues to accumulate until the
hold time is over.
If a minimum speed limit is set and the speed falls below this limit, the gauge record a speed of 0.
It is possible to set the hold time to 0, but it is not recommended.
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Length offset: 0 ~ 3276.7m
This is used if a product is threaded through a production line before the production line is started,
particularly if the gauge is sited a the beginning of the line. A positive length (Length offset) can be
added to compenstae for the unmeasured length.
Speed Compensation: 0.0001 ~ 6.5535

Set a value other than the default value of 1.0000 to apply a compensation factor to the measured
speed (actual speed=measured speed×compensation).
Min speed limit: 0 ~ 6553.5 m/min

If the speed falls below this limit, the gauge will show zero speed and stop accumulating measured
length. This feature is useful where the product is not completely stationary when the production line
is stopped. Since the gauge can measure very low speeds and does not distinguish between forward
and backward movement, the gauge’s messured length reading may continue accumulating.
However, if a minimum speed is set, this problem is prevented. If the speed falls below the minimum
speed limit, the gauge records a speed of 0. To disable this function, set the minimum speed limit to
zero.
- Select the CDI4 software language from options: English;

Chinese

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COMMUNICATIONS
- Select RS232 baud rate from options: 4800; 9600;

19200; 38400; 115200.
- Select RS232 protocol from options: Modbus; PROTON;

ZM400 Printer.
- Select RS422/485 baud rate from options: 4800; 9600;

19200; 38400; 115200.
- Select RS422/485 protocol from options: Modbus;
PROTON; ZM400 Printer.
- Select CAN baud rate from options: 250K; 500K; 1000K.
- Set the gauge CAN address.
- Set the CDI4 CAN address.

- Enter the Modbus ID of the gauge.
- Enable or disable the DHCP function.
- Set the IP address of the gauge head then click the

“OK” button to confirm
- Set the Subnet Mask of the network then click the “OK”
button to confirm.
- Set the Gateway IP address of the network then click the

“OK” button to confirm.
- The MAC address of the gauge.

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- Select the industrial communication bus type.
Note that if the iBUS type is changed, the gauge must
be reboot to take effect.
- Set the device ID of the gauge.
- Select the DeviceNet baud rate from options: 125K; 250K;

500K.
- Set the Profibus ID of the gauge then click the “OK” button
to confirm.

- Enter the IP address assigned to the gauge.
- Enter the subnet mask for the network.
- Enter the gateway IP address for the network.

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COMMUNICATIONS

19200; 38400; 115200.
- Select RS232 mode from options: PROTON; Modbus.

19200; 38400;115200.
- Select RS422 mode from options: PROTON; Modbus.
- Select CAN baud rate from options: 250K; 500K; 1000K.
- Set the gauge CAN address.
- Set the CDI4 CAN address.
- Set the CDI4 CAN terminator ON or OFF.

- Set the Modbus ID.
- Set the IP address of the gauge head then click the

- Set the Subnet Mask of the network then click the “OK”
button to confirm.
- Set the Gateway IP address of the network then click the

- The MAC address of the gauge.
- Set the UDP IP address.
- Set the Interval time of UDP.

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- Select the industrial communication bus type.
Note that if the iBUS type is changed, the gauge must
be reboot to take effect.
- Set the device ID of the gauge.
- Select the DeviceNet baud rate from options: 125K; 250K;

500K.
- Set the Profibus ID of the gauge then click the “OK” button
to confirm.
- Set the Endian mode.

- Enter the gauge IP address.
- Enter the subnet mask of the network.
- Enter the gateway IP address of the network.

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INTERFACE
Press the Interface icon on the function menu page to
access the Interface page 1.
- Switch ON or OFF the pulse reset during length reset.
- Select the pulse 1, 2 output mode.

.
- Select the pulse 3, 4 output mode.
- Set the required pulse rate for pulse output 1.

Sync pulse at reset: OFF / ON

Select ON to have pulse outputs reset during a length reset.
Pulse group A: P1 P2; P1=/P2; P1=Quad P2; P1/2=Quad P3/4

Select “P1 P2” mode to configure pulse output 1 and pulse output 2 with separete and independent
pulse rates.
Select “P1=/P2 ” mode to couple together pulse output 1 and pulse output 2 as a differential pair, with
pulse rate set under “Pulse 1 rate”
Select “P1=Quad P2” mode to couple together pulse output 1 and pulse output 2 as a quadrature pair,
with pulse rate set under “Pulse 1 rate”.
Select “P1/2=Quad P3/4” mode to configure “Pulse 1”, “Pulse 2” and “Pulse 3”, “Pulse 4” as a
quadrature pair,
with pulse rate set under “Pulse 1 rate”.
Pulse group B: as per “Pulse group A” above.
Pulse 1, 2, 3, 4 rate
Set the required pulse rate for “Pulse 1, 2, 3, 4 rate” in pulses/unit, where the unit is the
“Measurement” unit” (metres, feet, inch or yards) set on the “Measurement” page.
Note: When the “ Pulse A” is set to “P1=Quad P2”, the “Pulse 2 rate” field is disabled and the “Pulse
1 rate” sets the rate for the quadrature pulse output across both “Pulse output 1” and “Pulse output 2”.
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- Select the pulse 5, 6 output mode

.
- Set the H-level width of the pulse rates.

Pulse group C: as per “Pulse group A” above.
Pulse 5, 6 rate
Set the required pulse rate for “Pulse 5, 6 rate” in pulses/unit, where the unit is the “Measurement”
unit” (metres, feet, inch or yards) set on the “Measurement” page.
Note: When the “ Pulse C” is set to “P5=Quad P6”, the “Pulse 6 rate” field is disabled and the “Pulse
5 rate” sets the rate for the quadrature pulse output across both “Pulse output 5” and “Pulse output 6”.
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- Select the logic input 1 function.
- Select the logic input 1 polarity from options: Active Low;

Active High.
- Select the input 2 polarity from options: Active Low; Active

High.
- Select the logic input 3 polarity from options: Active Low;

Active High.
- Set the direction of the line speed from options:

Up/Normal; Down/Invert.

Input 1 / 2 / 3 function:
Select from the following options:
Rev Direction;
Length Hold;
Display Hold;
Speed Hold;
Reset Total Length;
End of Reel / Batch Length Reset.
Input 1 / 2 / 3 polarity: Active Low; Active High

Pulling the logic input low (logic 0) or logic input high (logic 1) activates the configured function.
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- Switch the laser ON or OFF.
- Select the logic output 1 function.
- Set the closure time for logic output in batch mode.
- Set the Good Readings threshold for logic output.
- Select whether the speed reading used should be

averaged. Options: Average; Instant.
- Select the length reset trigger mode: Level; Edge.

L.O. 1 / 2 / 3 function
Select the logic output function from the following options:
Gauge OK; Measuring speed;
Preset length 1; Preset length 2;
Good reading; Object Detected;
Gauge Hot
Colsure time: 10~[500]~5000ms

Set the minimum pull-down time (in milliseconds) for any logic outputs configured for the “Batch
length” function.
GR threshold: 0~ [60] ~100%

Set the threshold above which the “Good Readings” percentage will trigger pull-down of any logic
output configured to the “Good readings” condition.
Speed response: Average; Instant

Select whether the speed reading used should be averaged or not.
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- Select the analogue output source: Speed; Good reading.
- Set the analogue output full scale value.
- Set the analogue output gain.
- Set the analogue output zero.

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STATUS
Press the Status icon on the function menu page to access the Status page. This page displays read-
only diagnose information on the gauge.
ACCESS LEVELS
Press the Access levels icon on the function menu page to enter the access levels page 1.
Input the password “18018” to enter the access levels page 2 then select to lock or unlock the
respective pages.
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STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACES
CAN-BUS COMMUNICATIONS
This CAN-bus interface is fitted as standard. It operates independently of the other communications
interfaces and may be accessed at the same time as them.
The CAN-bus interface uses a proprietary Proton Products protocol. It is exclusively used to
communicate between the unit and other Proton Products modules. The unit automatically detects
connection to other modules and configures the bus appropriately; it is not normally necessary to
manually configure this interface.
The CAN-bus interface is not intended for use with an external CAN-bus network.
CAN-bus interface
The CAN-bus interface may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional
group
Ensure that the cable shield is
Shield S Shield Shield connected to the plug shield
connection.
1 +24V
Power supply +24V power supply
2 SUPPLY
and signal
3
ground DGND Signal ground (0V)
4
5 CAN H CANbus high
CANbus
6 CAN L CANbus low
CAN-bus LED indicator

LED status Indication
CAN Flashing green Online
CAN-bus communications Flashing red Communication error
Extinguished No communication
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RS-232 COMMUNICATIONS
This RS-232 interface is fitted as standard. It operates independently of the other communications
If the RS-232 interface “Mode” is set to “ZM400 Printer”, then a Zebra ZM400 printer may be
connected to the port to print reel report tickets when triggered by the “End of Reel” logic input.
RS-232 interface
The RS-232 interface may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional PC DB9 serial
group port pin
Connect to cable and
Shield S Shield Shield Shield
connector shields
1 +24V +24V power
Power
2 SUPPLY supply
supply
3
and signal Power supply and
4 DGND 5
ground signal ground (0V)
15
11 RXD RS-232 receive 3
12 TXD RS-232 transmit 2
RS-232
13 CTS
14 RTS
The above table also shows the configuration of a cable for connection to a personal computer (PC)
type DB9 serial port.
The maximum baud rate depends on the cable capacitance and length. For low-cost overall shielded
cable with total capacitance of shield to core-plus-core to core of 300pF per metre, the maximum
recommended baud rates are as follows:
Cable length range / m Maximum Baud rate / s

0 3 115200
3 10 38400
10 20 19200
20 40 9600
40 80 4800
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RS-232 Printing
If the RS-232 interface “Mode” is set to “Print”, then a Zebra ZM400 printer may be connected to the
port to print End of Reel report tickets when triggered by the “End of Reel” logic input (see the “Logic
Inputs” section for connection and configuration information).
Ensure that the RS-232 baud rate is configured to the same value as set on the printer (9600 by
default).
Zebra ZM400 Cable
The gauge may either be directly connected to the printer via the DB44M “INTERFACE” port or via
the DB9F RS-232 port on an optional PSU-BOB:
SL / SLR mini-W INTERFACE port Zebra ZM400 RS-232 port

Required cable connector: DB44M Required cable connector: DB9M
Designation Pin Pin Designation
Shield Shield Shield Shield
DGND 15 5 DGND
RXD 11 3 TXD
TXD 12 2 RXD
PSU-BOB RS-232 port Zebra ZM400 RS-232 port

Required cable connector: DB9M Required cable connector: DB9M
Designation Pin Pin Designation
Shield Shield Shield Shield
DGND 5 5 DGND
RXD 2 3 TXD
TXD 3 2 RXD
Zebra ZM400 Printer Configuration
The Zebra ZM400 printer must be configured with the layout of the End of Reel report ticket using the
following procedure:
1 Install the “Zebra Designer” software onto a suitable PC.
Install the Zebra printer drivers onto the PC (the drivers are supplied on a CD-ROM with the
2
Zebra ZM400 printer and may also be downloaded from www.zebra.com).
3 Connect the PC to the Zebra ZM400 printer using the USB cable supplied with the printer.
4 Run the “Zebra Designer” software and open the “PROTON.lbl” sample label layout file:
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The gauge will send 3 strings in the following sequence to the Zebra ZM400 printer:
• String no.1: Reel number

5 • String no.2: Length
• String no.3: Average speed
The label layout must be designed to accommodate the above 3 strings in sequence:
Export the “PROTON.lbl” file to the Zebra ZM400 printer by clicking “File → Export to Printer”
6 in the “Zebra Designer” software and then selecting “Internal Flash” and clicking the “OK”
button:
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The Zebra ZM400 printer may be triggered to print a ticket by activating the “End of Reel”
7
logic input on the SL / SLR mini-W gauge.
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Proton standard RS232 parameter access protocol
This uses a protocol to access individual parameters or blocks of parameters and is typically used in a
production line environment where the gauge is connected to a PLC or similar device.
Notes
- The parameters are split into ‘Input’ and ‘Output’ groups, the ‘Input’ parameters can be both read
and written, and the ‘Output’ parameters can only be read
- The parameter number is the same as the word address used for Profibus data; refer to the
‘PROFIBUS Master to Gauge and RS232 Input Parameter List’ for the parameter numbers
- For ‘Input’ data: when a word is defined as bits then four hexadecimal characters are required to
form the bits 15~0; when a word is defined as a data value then only sufficient characters to define
the value in decimal format, with the decimal point where appropriate, are needed; where the data
is of double word length then only the first word address is used
- For ‘Output’ data: when a word is defined as bits then four hexadecimal characters will be sent;
when a word is defined as a data value it is converted to a decimal number with the decimal point
but without leading zeros; where a double word is used then only the first word address is used to
request the data, the data in both words is automatically converted to a single value
- If a PC keyboard is being used to enter the codes then the ‘carriage return’ plus ‘line feed’ are
replaced by the Enter key
SET THE VALUE OF AN ‘INPUT’ PARAMETER

Write Format:
&
Input Parameter number
Space
Value without decimal point [0.5m = 50]
Carriage return
Line feed
REQUEST VALUE ONCE FOR ONE OR A RANGE OF ‘INPUT’ PARAMETERS

Request Format 1: (e.g.: ?2 ‘ENTER’)
?
Carriage return
Line feed
Request Format 2: (e.g.: ?2 2 ‘ENTER’)
?
Space
Length of string
Carriage return
Line feed
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REQUEST CONTINUOUSLY REPEATING VALUES FOR ONE OR A RANGE OF
‘OUTPUT’ PARAMETERS
The repartition rate is the maximum possible and only limited by the data length and baud rate. The
parameters must be consecutive when requesting multiple parameters.
Request Format 1:
#
Parameter number
Carriage return
Line feed
Request Format 2:
#
First parameter number
Space
Number of parameters
Carriage return
Line feed
Reply Format 1:
Parameter value
Carriage return
Line feed
Reply Format 2:
First output parameter value
Carriage return
Line feed
Second output parameter value
Carriage return
Line feed
Third output parameter and so on, until the end of the range.
REQUEST VALUE ONCE FOR ONE OR A RANGE OF ‘OUTPUT’ PARAMETERS

The request and reply format is identical to the # format given below except that # is replaced by ~.
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Modbus parameter access protocol
This protocol provides access to individual parameters or blocks of parameters and is typically used in
a production environment where the Proton Products instrument is connected to a computer, Modbus
connected PLC or similar device.
The parameters consist of 16-bit words (DW) and are divided into input and output groups:
• Input parameters may be read from and written to and are used to configure the instrument.
• Output parameters are read only and provide access to instrument status and measurement
data.
1 word (DW) consists of 2 bytes
1 byte consists of 8 bits
4 bits are expressed by 1 hexadecimal digit (0-9, A-F)
Proton Products instruments use the following Modbus format:
Modbus format RTU (Remote Terminal Unit)

Error check CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check)
The Modbus RTU frame format is as follows:
Modbus RTU frame format

Name Length Function
Start > 3.5 characters >3.5 characters of silence
Address 1-byte Slave (instrument) Modbus address *
Function 1-byte Modbus function code determines read or write operation *
Data Multiple bytes Length and data dependent on function *
CRC 2-bytes Cyclic Redundancy Check for errors (not required for Modbus TCP) +
End > 3.5 characters >3.5 characters of silence
+
Please refer to Modbus Protocol Standards documentation for the CRC error check field calculation. For Modbus protocol
communications over TCP/IP networks via the Ethernet port (also known as Modbus TCP), the CRC error check field is not
required as error checking is handled by the TCP/IP protocol.
For brevity, only the fields marked * are shown in the subsequent examples.
Proton Products instruments support the following Modbus functions:
Modbus function
Code Instrument operation
Name
Dec Hex
03 03 Read Holding Registers Read data from a block of consecutive input parameters.
06 06 Preset Single Register Write data to a single input parameter.
16 Preset Multiple
10 Write data to a block of consecutive input parameters.
Registers
04 Read data from a block of consecutive output
04 Read Input Registers
parameters.
For Modbus protocol communications via the RS-232 serial port, the RS-232 data format is:
Number of data bits Parity Number of stop bits Flow control Default baud rate
8 None 1 None 115200 bit / s
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Read data from a block of consecutive input parameters
Use Modbus function “03” (Read Holding Registers) to read from a block of consecutive input
parameters.
Modbus query format Hex Modbus response format Hex

Slave Modbus address Slave Modbus address
01 01
(Gauge Modbus address) (Gauge Modbus address)
Modbus function code 03 Modbus function code 03
High Byte count
Starting address 00 08
byte N = (2 × Number of points)
(Starting input parameter
Low High
address) 08 01
byte Data word 0 byte
High (corresponds to input DW8) Low
00 F4
Number of points byte byte
(Input parameter word count) Low High
04 01
(corresponds to input DW9) Low
F4
byte
High
01
Data word 2 byte
F4
byte
High
01
Data word [(N/2) – 1] = 3 byte
F4
byte
The response contains the input parameter values requested in the query; its length is dependent on
the number of input parameters requested.
Write data to a single input parameter

Use Modbus function “06” (Preset Single Register) to read from a block of consecutive input
parameters.

01 01
High High
00 00
Register address byte Register address byte
(Input parameter address) Low (Input parameter address) Low
06 06
byte byte
High High
03 03
Preset data byte Preset data byte
(Input parameter value) Low (Input parameter value) Low
E8 E8
byte byte
The response is an echo of the query.
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Write data to a block of consecutive input parameters
Use Modbus function “16 (10 Hex)” (Preset Multiple Registers) to write to a block of consecutive input
parameters.

01 01
High High
Starting address 00 Starting address 00
byte byte
(Starting input parameter (Starting input parameter
Low Low
address) 01 address) 01
byte byte
High High
00 00
Number of registers byte Number of registers byte
(Input parameter word count) Low (Input parameter word count) Low
03 03
byte byte
Byte count
06
N = (2 × Number of registers)
High
1F
Data word 0 byte
40
byte
High
1F
Data word 1 byte
40
byte
High
1F
Data word [(N/2) – 1] = 2 byte
40
byte
The response contains the starting input parameter address and the count of input parameter words
written.
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Read data from a block of consecutive output parameters
Use Modbus function “04” (Read Input Registers) to write to a block of consecutive input parameters.

01 01
High Byte count
Starting address 00 06
byte N = (2 × Number of points)
(Starting output parameter
Low High
address) 02 07
High (corresponds to output DW2) Low
Number of points 00 D0
byte byte
(Output parameter word
Low High
count) 03 05
(corresponds to output DW3) Low
DC
byte
High
Data word 2 09
byte
[(N/2) – 1]
Low
(corresponds to output DW4) C4
byte
The response contains the output parameter values requested in the query; its length is dependent on
the number of output parameters requested.
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PROFIBUS COMMUNICATIONS
This communications interface operates independently of the other communications interfaces and
may be used at the same time as them.
PROFIBUS interface
The PROFIBUS interface may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional
group
9 Vbus +5V
PROFIBUS
10 GNDbus GND I-bus ground reference
Industrial
7 PROFI A A
bus
8 PROFI B B
PROFIBUS LED indicator

i-BUS Continuous green Online
PROFIBUS communications Continuous red Communication error
Extinguished No communication
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ETHERNET / IP OR PROFINET COMMUNICATIONS
The Ethernet/IP interface is compatible with PLCs fitted with an Ethernet/IP interface that supports the
CIP (Common Industrial Protocol).
This communications interface operates independently of the other communications interfaces and
may be used at the same time as them.
EtherNet / IP or PROFINET interface

The EtherNet / IP or PROFINET interface may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional
group
16 ETH TX+ TX+
Ethernet/IP or
17 ETH TX- TX-
PROFINET
18 ETH RX+ RX+
Industrial bus
19 ETH RX- RX-
EtherNet / IP or PROFINET LED indicator

i-BUS Continuous green Online
EtherNet / IP or PROFINET Continuous red Communication error
communications Extinguished No communication
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ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS
This Ethernet interface is fitted as standard. It operates independently of the other communications
If an optional industrial bus interface (Ethernet/IP, PROFIBUS or Profinet) has been installed in the
gauge, then the Ethernet interface is substituted by the industrial bus interface.
Ethernet interface
The Ethernet interface may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional
group
16 TX+
17 TX-
Ethernet
18 RX+
19 RX-
Ethernet LED indicator

EIP Continuous green Online and connected
Ethernet communications Flashing green Online but not connected
Continuous red Critical link failure
Flashing red Connection timeout
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OPC UNIFIED ARCHITECTURE (UA)
OPC UA is a central element of Industry 4.0 providing seamless communication between IT and
industrial production systems. OPC UA 1.03 has been supported on Proton SLmini gauge as a
standard interface. The OPC Client can exchange data (read / write) with SLmini gauge (OPC Server)
to real-time monitor and manage the gauge.
To connect to the SLmini gauge (OPC Server) from an OPC Client software, please use the following
procedure:
1. Set up the OPC port number, user name and password on PCIS.
Main page > Comms (password: 65000) > OPC
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Enter the OPC port number (default: 4840), user name (default: admin) and password
(default:admin). If “Anonymous” is ticked, the OPC Client will log in the gauge anonymously.
2. Configuration on the OPC Client (take OPC UA Dashboard” as an example. It’s similar for other
OPC Client software). Note that only one OPC Client can connect to the gauge at the same time.
3. Click “DA Client” button to enter the Data Access page.
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IP + port number
Enter the gauge IP address and port number then click “Connect” button. Note that the IP
address should be the same as the one configured on PCIS.
Unfold the parameter list on the left side of the page, right-click and select Monitor on the pop-
up menu, for example, Average diameter, the parameter will appear in the monitoring list
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Right-click on the monitored parameter and select Delete on the pop-up menu to stop
monitoring the parameter.
Right-click and select Write on the pop-up menu to write a parameter to the gauge.
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Enter the parameter value on the pop-up menu then click “OK” button to confirm.
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STANDARD ELECTRICAL INTERFACES
LOGIC INPUTS
Logic inputs connection
Three logic inputs are fitted as standard and may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional
group
Digital
34 DGND Signal ground (0V) Logic input ground reference
ground
31 LIN1 Logic input 1 Low state (logic 0) voltage < +3V
Logic inputs 32 LIN2 Logic input 2 High state (logic 1) voltage > +10.5V
33 LIN3 Logic input 3 Maximum input voltage ±30V
Logic inputs electrical specification
• Logic inputs are NOT isolated from earth.

• Inputs are internally pulled up to +15V via 8.2kΩ resistors; unconnected inputs default to the high
state.
• Inputs will source a minimum current of 3mA when externally pulled down to the low state.

Low state (logic 0) input voltage 3 V
High state (logic 1) input voltage 10.5 V
Absolute input voltage -30 30 V
Low state source current 3 mA
Logic inputs can be connected to different types of signal sources as follows:
Signal source Connection method

Mechanical or
solid state relay Connect between logic input and DGND.
contact
Pull-down Connect the pull-down signal to the logic input and ground to DGND.
• Connect an 820Ω resistor between the logic input and DGND to pull the
input down to 2.5V.
• Connect the pull-up signal source to the logic input and ground to DGND.
Pull-up
• For 24V signals (such as from a PLC), the power dissipation in the 820Ω
resistor can be reduced by connecting another 820Ω in series between
the pull-up signal source and logic input.
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Pull-down Pull-up
+15V +15V
5.1kΩ 5.1kΩ
From PLC 820Ω
Active High
Logic Output
820Ω
DGND DGND
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LOGIC OUTPUTS
Logic outputs connection
Three outputs are fitted as standard and may be accessed through the following pins:

Functional
group
Digital Floating (inactive) or pull-down to
28 DGND Signal ground (0V)
ground DGND (active)
State Output
24 LOP1 Logic output 1 Inactive Floating
Active Pulled down to DGND
State Output
Logic
outputs
State Output
Logic outputs electrical specifications
• The logic outputs must NOT be used to directly drive high-current or inductive loads.
• It is recommended that the logic outputs are used to drive opto-isolated solid-state relays.

Logic output to DGND voltage +25 VDC
Current 0.1 A
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PULSE OUTPUTS
Pulse outputs connection
Four pulse outputs are fitted as standard and may be accessed through the following pins:

Functiona
l group
If no external power supply is
Pulse output external connected, then the pulse outputs
43 POUT +V
power supply default to the internal +5V supply.
Maximum voltage: +24V
Pulse 37 P1 Pulse output 1 RS-422 compliant differential pair
outputs 38 P2 Pulse output 2 pulse outputs.
39 P3 Pulse output 3 RS-422 compliant differential pair
40 P4 Pulse output 4 pulse outputs.
42 P6 Pulse output 6 pulse outputs.
1 For 24V pulse outputs, connect this
Power +24V Power supply
2 pin to POUT +V.
supply and 3 Power supply ground
ground DGND
4 reference
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PULSE OUTPUTS ON SL MINI-W AND ON PSU-BOB
Pulse outputs on SL mini-W gauge
Options Pulse outputs Pulse rate set
P1 Single end P1
Single end
P2 Single end P2
P1
Differential
Differential P1
(P1&P2)
P2
P1
Pulse Single end

Group A Quadrature Single end Quadrature P1
(P1, P2)
P2
P1
Differential
*Differential
P2
Quadrature Differential
P1
(P1&P2, Quadrature
P3&P4)
P3
Differential
P4
Single end P3 Single end P3
P3
Differential
Pulse Differential P3
(P3&P4)
Group B P4
Single end
Quadrature P3 Single end Quadrature P3
(P3, P4)
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P5
Differential
Pulse Differential P5
(P5&P6)
Group C P6
Single end
Quadrature P5 Single end Quadrature P5
(P5, P6)
Pulse outputs on PSU-BOB

Options Pulse outputs Pulse rate set
P1
Differential P1
/P1
Single end
P2
Differential P2
/P2
Differential
Used when PSU-BOB is not provided
(P1&P2)
Pulse
Group A P1
Differential
/P1
Single end
Differential
Quadrature
Quadrature
P1
(P1, P2) P2
90°Differential
/P2
Differential
Quadrature Used when PSU-BOB is not provided
(P1&P2,
P3&P4)
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P3
Differential P3
/P3
Single end
P4
Differential P4
/P4
Pulse Differential
Group B Used when PSU-BOB is not provided
(P3&P4)
P3
Differential
/P3
Single end
Differential
Quadrature
Quadrature
P3
(P3, P4) P4
90°Differential
/P4
P5
Differential P5
/P5
Single end
P6
Differential P6
/P6
Pulse Differential
Group C Used when PSU-BOB is not provided
(P5&P6)
P5
Differential
/P6
Single end
Differential
Quadrature
Quadrature
P5
(P3, P4) P5
90°Differential
/P6
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Pulse outputs electrical specifications

Pulse output external power supply (POUT +V) +5 +25 VDC
Pulse output frequency 1* MHz
* reduced with increasing cable length in accordance with RS-422 standards.
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CONNECTOR PIN OUTS

Functional
group
31 LIN1 Logic input 1
Low < +3V; High > +10.5V; Max ±30V
Logic inputs 32 LIN2 Logic input 2
User configurable function.
33 LIN3 Logic input 3
24 LOP1 Logic output 1
Logic Floating or pull-down; user
outputs configurable function.
5 CAN H CANbus high For connection to Proton Products
CANbus
6 CAN L CANbus low accessories.
Pulled down to DGND when the
27 SHUT_ST Shutter status
shutter is open.
Pull down to DGND to open the laser
Laser safety 30 /SHUT_EN Shutter control
shutter.
Pull down to DGND to enable the laser
29 /LSR_EN Laser enable
diode.
11 RXD RS-232 receive
12 TXD RS-232 transmit
RS-232
13 CTS Not used
14 RTS Not used
16 TX+
Ethernet /
Ethernet 17 TX-
EtherNet/IP
EtherNet/IP 18 RX+
communications
19 RX-
7 PROFI A A
8 PROFI B B
PROFIBUS
9 VBUS +5V
10 GNDBUS GND
Pulse output If no external power supply is
43 POUT +V external power connected, then the pulse outputs
supply default to the internal +5V supply.
37 P1 Pulse output 1
Pulse
outputs
40 P4 Pulse output 4 outputs.
1 Operating voltage: 15 to 28VDC
+24V Power supply
2 Power consumption: 15W
Power 3 DGND
supply and 4 DGND
Power supply and
ground 15 DGND
signal ground
reference 28 DGND
reference
34 DGND
44 DGND
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INPUT PARAMETERS
1 DW word = 2 bytes
Default
DW Bit Comments Unit Range/Remark
value
DW0 Reset
0 Total length reset
1 Batch length reset
2 Reel number reset
DW1 Laser switch 0=OFF;1=ON 1
DW2 1=0.0001m{ft}{yds} 1000000

Preset length 1 / Preset batch length
1=0.1m{ft}{yds} 0~231 0
DW3
DW4 1=0.0001m{ft}{yds}
2000000
Preset length 2 / Preset batch number 1=0.1m{ft}{yds} 0~231 0
DW5 1=1(batch number)
DW6
Rate of pulse output 1 0~231 1000
DW7
DW8
DW9
DW10
DW11 1=0.001p/m{ft}{yds}
DW12 1=0.0001m{ft}{yds}/p
DW13
DW14
DW15
DW16
DW17
Pulse output mode
0=Single end(P1) (P2);

1=Differential(P1=/P2);
0~2 Puulse output group A mode 2=Quadrature(P1=Quad P2); 0
3=Differential
Quadrature(P1/2=Quad P3/4)
0=Single end(P3)(P4);
3~5 Puulse output group B mode 1=Differential(P3=/P4); 0
2=Quadrature(P3=Quad P4);
DW18 0=Single end(P5)(P6);

6~8 Puulse output group C mode 1=Differential(P5=/P6); 0
2=Quadrature(P5=Quad P6);
9 Pulse ouptut 1 rate mode 0
11 Pulse ouptut 3 rate mode 0=pulse/m{ft}{yds};1=m{ft}{yds}/ 0
12 Pulse ouptut 4 rate mode pulse 0
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Default
value
15
Logic input
1 LIN1 function 4
2 0=Direction (count down);

1=Length hold;
3 2=Display hold;
3=Speed hold;
4 LIN2 function 4=Total length reset; 1
5 5=Batch length reset/End of
reel;
DW19 6 6=None
7 LIN3 function 2
8
9 LIN1 polarity
0=Active low;
10 LIN2 polarity 0
1=Active high
11 LIN3 polarity
Speed direction (available only when 0=Up/Normal;

12 0
no logic input for direction) 1=Down/Invert
Logic output function

0
1
LOP 1 function 0
2
3 0=Gauge OK;
1=Gauge measuring speed;
4 2=Preset length1 / Batch length;
3=Preset length 2 / Batch
5 number;
LOP 2 function 2
6 4=Good reading;
5=Object detected
DW20 7 6=Gauge too hot;
13=User 1;14=User 2;15=User
8 3
9
LOP 3 function 3
10
11
12
13 User I/P 1 0=OPEN;1=CLOSE
14 User I/P 2 0=OPEN;1=CLOSE 0
15 User I/P 3 0=OPEN;1=CLOSE
DW21 Full scale for analogue O/P 1=1m/min{ft/min} 0~65535 1000
DW22 Minimum speed limit 1=0.01m/min{ft/min} 0~65535 0
DW23
DW24
Length offset 1=0.0001m{ft}{yds} -231~+(231-1) 0
DW25
DW26 Averaging time 1=1ms 1~5000 1000
DW27 Hold time after speed drop out 1=1ms 1~5000 100
Closure time for logic output in batch
DW28 1=1ms 1~5000 500
mode
Good reading threshold for logic
DW29 1=1% 60%
output
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Default
value
0=m/min,m;1=ft/min,ft;2=ft/min,y
DW30 Measurement Unit 0
ds;3=ft/min,inch;4=yds/min,yds
DW31
System settings
0 Measurement mode 0=Normal;1=Batch 0
1 Resolution of length output 0=length 0.0001;1=length 0.1 0
Speed reponse for pulse and
2 0=Averaged;1=Instant 0
analogue output
3 Analogue output source 0=Speed;1=Good Reading 0
Hold length reading after power
4 0=OFF;1=ON 0
off(length auto save)
5 Object detection SW 0=OFF;1=ON 0
DW32
Automatic reset length after object
6 0=OFF;1=ON 0
detected
7
8 Object detection mode available only on SL(R) 0=DC Level;1=Zero Speed 0
9 Pulse reset syn to length reset 0=OFF;1=ON 0
10 Length reset trigger 0=Level;1=edge 0
11
12
0~5000(0=fixed to 50% duty
DW33 Pulse width in m{ft}{yds}/pulse mode 1=1ms 0
cycle)
DW34 Object detection threshold 1=1% 0~100 15
DW35
Preset case temeprature for water
DW36 1=0.1℃ 0~1000 650
solenoid control
DW37 SLX-HA Height 1=1mm{1=0.01inch) -200mm~+200mm 0
Logic input second fucntion
0
1 LIN1 function 2 6
2 0=Direction (count down);
1=Length hold;
3 2=Display hold;
LIN2 function 2 3=Speed hold; 6
4
4=Total length reset;
5 5=Batch length reset/End of
DW38 reel;
6 6=None
6
7 LIN3 function 2
8
9 LIN1 function 2 polarity
LIN2 function 2 polarity 0=Active low;
10 0
1=Active high
11 LIN3 function 2 polarity
12
DW39
DW40
DW41
DW42
DW43
DW44
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Default
value
DW45 Modbus ID 1=1 0~255 1

DW46 Profibus ID 1=1 0~125 7
DW47 CANBUS address 1=1 0~255 14
DW48 CANBUS baud rate 0=250;1=500;2=1000;other=500 0
DW49 CAN terminator 1=1 0=OFF;1=ON 1
0=4800;1=9600;2=19200;3=384
DW50 RS232 baud rate 4
00;4=115200
0=Modbus;1=Proton;2=ZM400
DW51 RS232 protocol 0
Printer
DW52 RS422/RS485 protocol 0=Modbus;1=Proton 0
0=4800;1=9600;2=19200;3=384
DW53 RS422/RS485 baud rate 00;4=115200;5=230400;6=4608 4
00;7=921600
DW54
DW55 Ethernet protocol not used 0
DW56 ETH DHCP 0=Disabled;1=Enabled 0
DW57 iBus DHCP 0=Disabled;1=Enabled 0
DW58 C0A801
6E(192.
ETH IP address xx.xx.xx.xx
DW59 168.1.11
0)
DW60 FFFFFF
00(255.2
ETH subnet mask xx.xx.xx.xx
DW61 55.255.0
)
DW62 C0A801
ETH gateway xx.xx.xx.xx 01(192.1
DW63 68.1.1)
DW64 C0A801
6F(192.
iBus IP address xx.xx.xx.xx
DW65 168.1.11
1)
DW66 FFFFFF
00(255.2
iBus subnet mask xx.xx.xx.xx
DW67 55.255.0
)
DW68 C0A801
iBus gateway xx.xx.xx.xx 01(192.1
DW69 68.1.1)
Destination IP address for UDP (last
DW70 Port number fixed to 1111 2
section only)
DW71 Interval time of UDP data output 1=1ms 0~5000(0=disable UDP output) 0
DW72 DeviceNet address 0~63 7
DW73 DeviceNet baud rate 0=125K;1=250K;2=500K 0
DW74 Little Endian/Big Endian 1=Little Endian;0=Big Endian 1
DW75
DW76 Gain of analogue O/P 1=0.0001 0~65535 10000
DW77 Zero of analogue O/P 1=0.0001 -32768~32767 0
DW78 Speed simulation 0=Normal;1=Simulation mode 0
DW79 Simulation speed 1=0.1m{ft}/min 0~6553.5 500
DW80 Speed compensation coefficient 1=0.0001 10000
DW81 Acceleration limit 1=1m{ft}/min/s 1~9999 9999
63000=default to
DW82 Default parameters to factory
factory;other=invalid
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OUTPUT PARAMETERS
1 DW word = 2 bytes
DW Bit Comments Units Range/Remark
0 Measurement mode 0=Normal;1=Batch

1 Resolution of length output 0=length 0.0001;1=length 0.1
Speed reponse for pulse and
2 0=Instant;1=Averaged
analogue output
3
4
5
6
7
DW0
8 Measured length > Preset1 1=>Preset
9 Measured length > Preset2 1=>Preset
10
11 Laser Status 1= ON;0=OFF
12 Speed reading valid 1=Valid;0=Invalid
13 Object detected 1=Object detected;0=No object
14 Good reading status 1=Lower than threshold;0=OK
15
0 Gauge OK 1=OK;0=Failed
1 Laser temperature too high 1=Too high;0=OK
2 Laser temperature too low 1=Too low;0=OK
3 Case temperature too high 1=Too high;0=OK
4 Case temperature too low 1=Too low;0=OK
DW1
5 Light reflection too strong 1=Too high;0=OK
6 Gauge too hot 1=Too hot;0=OK
7
8
DW2
Averaged speed
DW3
1=0.001m/min{ft/min} 0~±231
DW4
Instant speed
DW5
DW6
Total length
DW7
0~±231
DW8 1=0.0001/1=0.1m{ft}{yds
Batch length
DW9 }
DW10
Last length before reset 0~231
DW11
DW12
Reel number 1=1 0~232
DW13
DW14 Batch number 1=1 0~65535
DW15 Good reading 1=1% 0~100
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DW Bit Comments Units Range/Remark
DW16 SNR 1=1 0~65535

DW17 SLX current height 1=1mm{1=0.01inch) ±200mm
DW18
DW19
Logic input
0 LIN1 status 1=Active
4 Length reset 1=Active

DW20
5 Length hold 1=Active
6 Display hold 1=Active
7 Speed hold 1=Active
9
10 Length counting direction 0=counting up;1=counting down
DW21
0=m/min,m;1=ft/min,ft;2=ft/min,yds;3=ft/min,inch;
DW22 Measurement Unit
4=yds/min,yds
DW23
DW24
DW25
DW26
DW27
DW28
DW29
0=NONE;1=PROFIBUS;2=PROFINET;3=Ethern
DW30 Communication Bus Type
et/IP;
DW31 Not used

DW32
IP address for ETH xx.xx.xx.xx
DW33
DW34
IP address for iBUS xx.xx.xx.xx
DW35
DW36
Sub net Mask for ETH xx.xx.xx.xx
DW37
DW38
Gateway for ETH
DW39
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Instruction Manual

SL mini-W and SLR mini-W Series Speed and Length

Proton Products Co. Ltd.

ON-GAUGE LCD DISPLAY ........................................................................14

OPTIONAL COOLING SYSTEM ....................................................................19

CONFIGURATION VIA CDI4 .......................................................................36

STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACES ...............................................53

STANDARD ELECTRICAL INTERFACES ........................................................ 72

CONNECTOR PIN OUTS .............................................................................80

MANUAL FEEDBACK AND COPYRIGHT ........................................................ 87

EMC Standards Applied: EN 61326-1:2013

Laser Safety Compliance to: BS EN 60825-1:2007

Compliance with EMC directives was by the standards route.

These products carry the CE Mark:

The manufacturer of the above named equipment is:

Proton Products is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.

The declaration is signed by:

Paul Sives ………………………

This is to certify that the following equipment has been manufactured in

The manufacturer of the above named equipment is:

Proton Products International Limited

Proton Products is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.

The declaration is signed by:

Paul Sives ………………………

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

Parameter Minimum Typical Maximum Units

Paul Sives: ………………………

Proton Products is an ISO9001:2015 registered company.

• Capable of measurement at much higher speeds and accelerations

RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet, industrial standard communication interfaces (PROFIBUS,

Laser beam diameter 3 mm

Operating temperature +5 +40 °C

Power supply voltage 18 24 30 VDC

Label Condition Description

ON-GAUGE LCD DISPLAY

• Touch screen display.

Proton part number 00049MC021

PCiS_SL/SLR mini PC Interface Software

• PC-based software package.

Proton part number 00060SW001

• For connecting the RS232 port of the PSU-BOB to the

Proton part number GP00000624

• Connects via the DB44 “INTERFACE” connector.

Proton part number 00060MC050

DB44 “INTERFACE” port to PSU-BOB cable

• For securing a SL/SLR mini gauge to a mounting

Proton part number 00050MC042

Vibration reducing kit

• For use with the above Base Plate (00050MC042) in

Proton part number 00050MC043

• For use with the above Base Plate (00050MC042) for

Proton part number 00050MC044

Laser Protection Tube for SL/SLR mini 1220

• Enclosure of the laser beam to within 10mm of the

Proton part number 00050MC033

• Enclosure of the laser beam to within 10mm of the

Proton part number 00050MC037

• High-efficiency, air-wiped protection window for

Proton part number 00050MC034