Integration

Key functions of the SIMATIC MV420:

• Reading of 1D and 2D codes (see "Overview" and "Area of application")
• Formatting of read results for further use and/or comparison
• Comparing the read result with a preset value
  • Default setting of the comparison string via one of the serial interfaces (PROFINET (ASM and onboard), PROFIBUS (communication module), RS232).
  • Comparison of the formatted read results with the comparison string
• Individual specification possible with FB45 per read operation

The functions can be used individually or they can be combined.

The SIMATIC MV420 reads the following codes:

• 1D codes (barcodes):
  • Int. 2/5 (no checksum)
  • Int. 2/5+CS (checksum included)
  • Code 128
  • Code 39 (no checksum)
  • Code 39+CS (checksum included)
  • EAN 13
  • EAN 8
  • UPC-A
  • UPC-E
  • GS1 Databar 14
  • GS1 Databar Stacked
  • GS1 Databar Limited
  • GS1 Databar Expanded
• 2D codes:
  • DMC
  • PDF417
  • QR
  • DotCode
  • Vericode

The SIMATIC MV420 reads codes on many different components and surfaces, e.g.:

• Paper or plastic labels
• Plastic parts
• Circuit boards
• Metallic objects

The optical SIMATIC MV420 reader reads codes applied in many different ways, e.g.:

• Printed
• Dot peened
• Laser
• Stamped
• Bored

SIMATIC MV420 field of view dimensions for the 6 mm lens

SIMATIC MV420 field of view dimensions for the 16 mm lens

Further information can be found in the supplied manual.