Cognex DataMan Scanner
versiondog supports the management of Cognex scanners (stationary and portable versions) and enables the automatic creation of backups and the cyclical monitoring of the devices.
DataMan: This program performs the Upload for Cognex scanners, which can be edited with the publicly available Application Programming Interface DataMan SDK.
Supported versions
| Firmware Cognex DataMan | Handheld Scanner DM8600, DM8050/DM8050X Series | Handheld Scanner DM8072 Series | FixedMount Scanner* DM70, DM150, DM260, DM300, DM360, DM370, DM470 |
|---|---|---|---|
| versiondog 5.0 | ✓ Firmware from Version 5.4.4 | ✓ Firmware from Version 5.7 | ✓ Firmware from Version 5.7 |
* The DM100 and DM200 series are not supported.
Requirements
- To carry out uploads, the .NET Framework 4.0 must be installed.
- Supported connection paths: TCP/IP and COM. The DataMan Editor is required when uploading via the serial interface.
Integration features
- Custom component type
- Consistent change history
- Detailed comparison for configuration and firmware (server version <-> backup detailed comparison)
- Automated monitoring of difference between the program on the device and the current version on the server (detailed comparison: prev. backup <-> backup, server version <-> backup)
- No additional software required
- Automated backup for disaster recovery
Configuration
To get the basic workflow for intergrating the device, open General workflow.
Device-specific settings for this device, such as job configuration, can be found on the following pages: