User’s Manual - myOMRON Europe: Services & Support Operating Environment 2 User's Manual for Vision Sensor Setting Optimization Software VisionOptimizer 2 Operating Environment 2-1

User’s Manual

Cat. No. Q174-E1-01

VisionOptimizerFZ-SWVO

Contents

1 Features of VisionOptimizer .....................................................................................1

2 Operating Environment .............................................................................................2

2-1 Relationship of VisionOptimizer and FZ Simulator ..........................................................2

2-2 Limitations on Simultaneous Launch of VisionOptimizer and FZ Simulator ....................2

2-3 Use of USB Dongle .........................................................................................................2

3 Name and Function of Each Part..............................................................................3

3-1 Main Screen ....................................................................................................................3

3-2 Graph Screen ..................................................................................................................4

4 Basic Operating Procedures.....................................................................................6

4-1 Setting Flow .....................................................................................................................6

4-2 Basic Operating Method ..................................................................................................7

Setting the Operating Environment .................................................................................7

Setting the Trial Conditions According to the Execution Wizard .....................................9

Deciding on Optimal Settings .......................................................................................13

4-3 Quitting VisionOptimizer ................................................................................................14

5 Main Screen Functions............................................................................................15

5-1 Using the File Functions ................................................................................................15

Creating New Trial Data ................................................................................................15

Opening Existing Trial Data ..........................................................................................15

Saving Trial Data ..........................................................................................................16

Saving Trial Data in the CSV Format ............................................................................16

5-2 Editing Data ...................................................................................................................17

Copying Trial Data to the Clipboard ..............................................................................17

Deleting Trial Data Corresponding to a Selected Trial Number ....................................17

5-3 Setting the Data Display Method ...................................................................................18

Showing/Hiding the Information Panel ..........................................................................18

Showing Trial Data by Color .........................................................................................19

Showing Trial Data in a Graph ......................................................................................19

Showing/Hiding Trial Data Items ...................................................................................20

Filtering the Displayed Trial Data ..................................................................................21

Sorting by Set Conditions .............................................................................................23

Sorting in the Order Recommended by VisionOptimizer ..............................................24

5-4 Connecting to the FZ Simulator .....................................................................................25

Acquiring Scene Information .........................................................................................25

Setting the Connection with the FZ Simulator ..............................................................27

Sending the Selected Parameters in the FZ Simulator .................................................28

Saving Scene Data .......................................................................................................28

5-5 Setting a Trial Run .........................................................................................................29

Setting the Image Folders .............................................................................................29

Setting the Parameter Adjustment Method ...................................................................30

Setting the Model Images .............................................................................................31

Generating Candidate Parameters Used for Trial Run .................................................33

Setting the Trial Options ...............................................................................................36

Executing a Trial Run ....................................................................................................37

Launching the Execution Wizard ..................................................................................38

Executing Trial Runs Successively ...............................................................................38

5-6 Using Convenient Tools .................................................................................................41

Showing Logged Data in a Graph .................................................................................41

Automatically Classifying OK and NG Images ..............................................................42

5-7 Other Functions .............................................................................................................43

Opening the VisionOptimizer Manual ...........................................................................43

Checking the VisionOptimizer Version ..........................................................................44

6 Graph Screen Functions .........................................................................................45

6-1 Setting Graph Display ...................................................................................................45

Changing the Graph Display Area ................................................................................45

Changing the Graph Size .............................................................................................45

Enlarging/Reducing the Graph .....................................................................................46

Copying the Graph Screen to the Clipboard .................................................................47

Selecting the Graph Type .............................................................................................47

Selecting the Trial Number for Graph Display ..............................................................48

Setting Graph Draw ......................................................................................................49

Setting Graph Display ...................................................................................................51

6-2 Setting Images ..............................................................................................................53

Enlarging an Image .......................................................................................................53

Changing the Camera Number .....................................................................................54

Saving Falsely Detected Images ..................................................................................54

Copying the Image File Path to the Clipboard ..............................................................55

6-3 Setting Measurement ....................................................................................................55

Measuring an Image Again ...........................................................................................55

Changing the Image Attribute .......................................................................................56

7 Appendix...................................................................................................................57

7-1 Error Messages and Remedial Actions .........................................................................57

Index

1 Features of VisionOptimizer

1 Features of VisionOptimizer

VisionOptimizer is a software program that lets you select an optimal model or optimal combination of parameters quickly, quantitatively and efficiently. Linking with the FZ simulator, VisionOptimizer conducts trial inspection of a large amount of image data by changing parameters, and statistically analyzes the results. With VisionOptimizer, you can also display the statistics or graphs of measurement results with ease, or save them as numerical data.

VisionOptimizer is effective when: • you want to set an optimal value for each parameter, • you want to select optimal images for model registration, or• you want to find optimal areas for model registration.

OK/NG distributions before the trial run OK/NG distributions after the trial run

The OK and NG distributions are overlapped.

The OK and NG distributions are completely separated.

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2 Operating Environment

2 Operating Environment

2-1 Relationship of VisionOptimizer and FZ SimulatorVisionOptimizer and the FZ simulator complement each other, as explained below. • VisionOptimizer : Generates a combination of parameters to be used in image judgment, but does

not perform actual measurement processing.• FZ simulator : Performs measurement processing, but does not perform any other task such as

generating a combination of parameters.

Important

Before using VisionOptimizer, be sure to install the FZ simulator first and launch the two programs simultaneously.

* The FZ simulator can also be launched from VisionOptimizer. Refer to "Setting the Connection with the FZ Simulator" (P27))

2-2 Limitations on Simultaneous Launch of VisionOptimizer and FZ SimulatorIf the setting window of the FZ simulator is open, settings cannot be changed externally. In this case, VisionOptimizer cannot change the settings of the FZ simulator, either, and consequently malfunctions.

Important

When operating VisionOptimizer, never open the setting window of the FZ simulator.

2-3 Use of USB DongleBefore launching VisionOptimizer, connect the supplied USB dongle to the USB connector on your PC.

Important

Never remove the USB dongle while VisionOptimizer is launching or in use. If the dongle is removed, VisionOptimizer stops operating.

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Generation of parameter combinations

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3 Name and Function of Each Part


The following explains the screens of VisionOptimizer.

3-1 Main ScreenThis screen appears after VisionOptimizer is launched.

Number Name FunctionReference

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(1) Menu barYou can perform each operation on the main screen from this menu bar.

(2)Statistical information area

Measurement results and statistical analysis results corresponding to the processing items you have set are shown.

(3)Trial progress display area

The progress of trial run is shown by a progress bar, along with text indicating the current condition of trial run.

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Information panel

You can perform basic operations of VisionOptimizer on this panel. For efficient measurement, perform the operations in sequence, starting from the top.

(4) - 1[Scene Information] area

When [Load scene info.] is clicked, VisionOptimizer automatically connects to the FZ simulator and acquires/displays scene information.

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(4) - 2[Selected image] area

Click [Image settings] and specify the inspection image folder you want the FZ simulator to perform measurement processing on.

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(4) - 3[Mode/Unit selection] area

Click [Unit settings] and select the processing items whose parameters are to be adjusted (unit to be adjusted), processing items whose adjustment results are to be received (unit to be referenced), and adjustment mode, for each scene you have set.

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For details on the functions and operations provided/performed on the main screen, refer to "5 Main Screen Functions" (P15).

3-2 Graph ScreenThis screen shows statistical values in a graph. The graph screen appears when you click, in the statistical information area the [Trial number] button corresponding to the trial data you want to show in a graph.

General Information

You can also open the graph screen by specifying desired trial data, clicking [View] in the menu bar, and then selecting [Display graph].


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(4) - 4[Parameter settings] area

• Model settingsFor processing items subject to model registration, click [Model settings] and register the images used for model registration in the FZ simulator, as models in VisionOptimizer. Note that this setting is unnecessary for those processing items not requiring model registration.

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• Variation settingsClick [Variation settings] and set a group of candidate parameters to be used in trial measurement by the FZ simulator.

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(4) - 5 [Execute] area

• ExecuteClick [Execute], and trial measurement will be performed by the FZ simulator using the group of candidate parameters you have set.

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• CancelClick [Cancel] to cancel the trial run.

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For details on the functions and operations provided/performed on the main screen, refer to "6 Graph Screen Functions" (P45).

General Information

The plots in the graph, thumbnail images in the image area and measurement results in the result value area are linked. Accordingly, you can easily check the corresponding image and measurement results for each plot by clicking the plot.


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(1) Graph areaStatistical values are shown in a graph. You can perform various operations on the screen using the mouse.

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(2) Image area

Each image from which the graph has been generated is shown as a thumbnail. The file name and attribute (OK/NG) are shown below each image. You can also display an enlarged view of the image.

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(3)Image file path display

The file path to the selected image is shown. You can copy the file path to the clipboard.

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Detailed information area Detailed information of the graph is shown.

(4) - 1Scene group/Scene number/Unit display

The currently set scene group/scene number and names of units to be adjusted/referenced are shown.

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(4) - 2 Plots detailThe type and explanation of each plot in the graph are shown. You can change the plot shape and color by performing draw settings.

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(4) - 3 [Save Wrong]Click this button to save falsely detected image files to a specified folder.

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(4) - 4 Graph typeSelect the type of graph. The type varies depending on the selected units to be adjusted/referenced.

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(4) - 5Trial number/Camera number

The trial number and camera number for which the graph has been generated are shown. You can change the trial number and camera number.

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(4) - 6 [Draw settings]Set the shape/size/color of each plot in the graph, graph display colors, and graph size.

P49

(4) - 7 [Display settings]Set how the graph is displayed, and also reset the graph size (to the original size) if the graph has been enlarged.

P51

(4) - 8 Judgment conditionSet the upper/lower limits to be used as judgment values in the graph. The setting items vary depending on the graph type.

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(5) Result value area

Clicking a plot in the graph displays the OK/NG judgment and measurement results for the corresponding image. The same items and values as the measurement result from the FZ simulator are shown.

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4 Basic Operating Procedures


The following explains the basic operating procedures you should follow to find optimal parameter values using VisionOptimizer. For detailed setting methods, refer to each item in "5 Main Screen Functions" (P15).

4-1 Setting FlowThe basic setting flow is shown below.

Launch of VisionOptimizer/FZ simulator

Scene creation

Acquisition of scene information

Image settings

Unit settings

Model settings

Variation settings

Execution of a trial run

Connection of USB dongle

Setting of options for execution

Setting of inspection image files

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Import the settings of the FZ simulator to VisionOptimizer

Set the target inspection image.

Set the processing items to be adjusted.

Select the model image used for processing.

Select the parameters to be varied and create a group of candidate parameter.

Execute a trial run using the group of candidate parameters by linking with the FZ simulator.

Prepare to launch VisionOptimizer.

Select the options to be used when performing a trial run.

Save the target inspection image.

Launch the software.

Reflect the optimal settings in the FZ simulator.

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Selection of optimal settings

Determine optimal settings based on statistical analysis or using the graph.



4-2 Basic Operating Method

Setting the Operating Environment

Setting the Inspection Image FilesClassify inspection image files into those of non-defective images (OK) and defective (NG) imagesand store the two groups of images in separate inspection image folders used by the FZ simulatorin measurement processing.

1. Open the "My Documents" folder on the PC and confirm that the "OMRON FZ" folder has been generated. The "OMRON FZ" folder is generated automatically when the FZ simulator is installed.

2. Open the "RAMDisk" or "USBDisk" folder in the "OMRON FZ" folder.

3. Create new folders named "OK" and "NG," and store non-defective images in the "OK" folder and defective images in the "NG" folder.

Important

The folder names must be "OK" and "NG" (upper case). If the folder names are changed, VisionOptimizer cannot recognize the storage locations of images.

General Information

You don't have to create "OK"/"NG" folders immediately below the "RAMDisk"/"USBDisk" folder.

Connecting the USB DongleConnect the supplied USB dongle to the USB connector on the PC.

Important

Do not remove the USB dongle while VisionOptimizer is launching or in use.



Launching VisionOptimizer/FZ SimulatorLaunch VisionOptimizer and FZ simulator.Be sure to launch both programs.

1. Double-click the shortcut to [VisionOptimizer] that has been created on the desktop. VisionOptimizer launches and the "Connection settings to simulator" dialog box appears.

General Information

You can also launch VisionOptimizer by clicking [Start] from the Windows menu, clicking [All Programs], [OMRON] and [VisionOptimizer], and then selecting [VisionOptimizer].

2. Click [...] next to [Select folder including simulator module].The "Browse Folder" window appears.

3. Specify the folder in which the executable file for FZ simulator "FZ-CoreRA.exe" is stored, and then click [OK]. The path to the specified folder is shown.

4. In [Select FZ Simulator version], select the FZ simulator version.

5. Click [Start simulator].The FZ simulator launches.

6. Click [OK].The "Connection" dialog box appears.

This dialog box appears when the FZ simulator is started for the first time or if any of the settings of the connected FZ simulator is different from the corresponding setting stored in VisionOptimizer.

7. Click [Yes].

General Information

Select the [Startup simulator at the same time as VisionOptimizer startup (next time)] check box, and the FZ simulator will launch simultaneously whenever VisionOptimizer is launched hereafter.



Creating a sceneCreate a scene used for inspection.

1. Create a scene with the FZ simulator.

For scene creation, refer to the user's manual for the FZ simulator. The following explains a scene involving only "Search."

Setting the Trial Conditions According to the Execution WizardVisionOptimizer has the "Execution wizard" that assists you in setting all conditions up to those used for trial run. The following explains setting the trial conditions according to the Execution wizard.

Acquiring scene informationConnect to the FZ simulator and acquire scene information.

1. Click [OK] in the "Execution wizard" window.

The same scene group/scene number as those set in the FZ simulator are shown in the [Scene Information] area of the main screen.

At the same time, the "Image settings" dialog box appears.



General Information

Select the [Displayed on startup.] check box if you want to launch the execution wizard automatically every time VisionOptimizer is launched hereafter.

Specifying the imagesSpecify the location of the inspection image files used by the FZ simulator in measurementprocessing.

1. Click [...] in the "Image settings" dialog box. The "Browse Folder" window appears.

2. In "Setting the Inspection Image Files" (P7), specify the folder storing OK/NG images (folder immediately above the "OK"/"NG" folders), and then click [OK]. The path to the image folder is shown.

3. Click [OK]. The numbers of images in the "OK"/"NG" folders are shown in the [Selected image] area of the main screen.

At the same time, the "Unit settings" dialog box appears.

Setting the unitsSet the processing items to be adjusted in VisionOptimizer. (Refer to "Setting the Parameter Adjustment Method" (P30))

1. Select the adjustment unit, reference unit, and adjustment mode.



2. Click [OK]. Each setting you have made is shown in the [Mode/Unit selection] area of the main screen.

One of the following dialog boxes also appears according to each selected unit:

• Processing item for which model registration has already been performed The "Model settings" dialog box appears. (To " Setting the model" (P11))

• Processing item for which model registration is not yet performed The "Variation settings" dialog box appears. (To " Setting the variation value" (P12))

Setting the modelSelect a model image to be used in the processing of each selected processing item. (Refer to "Setting the Model Images" (P31))

1. Click [...] next to [Select file]. The "Model settings" dialog box appears.

2. Specify the image file you want to set as a model, and then click [Open]. The path to the specified image file is shown under [File path].

3. Click [OK]. The "Variation settings" dialog box appears.



Setting the variation valueSelect the parameters to be varied to generate a group of candidate parameters, and set avariation value for each parameter. (Refer to "Generating Candidate Parameters Used for Trial Run" (P33))

1. Select the parameters used in a trial run and set their variation values.

2. Click [Close]. The "Option for execution" dialog box appears.

Setting the options for executionSelect the options you want to use in a trial run. (Refer to "Setting the Trial Options" (P36))

1. Set desired items for [Judgement mode selection] and [Fast mode selection], respectively.

2. Click [OK]. A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to execute a trial run.



Executing a trial runExecute a trial run.

1. Click [OK]. A trial run starts and the condition of trial run is shown in the trial progress display area of the main screen.

Deciding on Optimal Settings

Selecting optimal settingsWhen the trial run is complete, a completion message appears and trial results are shown in thestatistical information area.

Select optimal parameters based on these trial results and using the sort function (refer to P23 toP24) and graph display function (refer to P45).

General Information

If multiple trial runs were executed, upon their completion VisionOptimizer shows a recommended trial number corresponding to the trial run it deems optimal.(Refer to "Sorting in the Order Recommended by VisionOptimizer" (P24))



Sending the trial settings to the FZ simulatorReflect the optimal settings in the FZ simulator.

1. Specify the parameters you want to reflect, from among the trial data.

2. Click [Connection] in the menu bar, and then select [Send paramers to simulator].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to reflect the trial settings.

3. Click [Yes]. The settings you have made in VisionOptimizer are reflected in the simulator.

4-3 Quitting VisionOptimizerQuit VisionOptimizer.

1. Click [File] in the menu bar, and then select [Quit].

General Information

The FZ simulator does not quit simultaneously when VisionOptimizer is quitted. You must quit the FZ simulator separately.


5 Main Screen Functions


This chapter and several more that follow explain, by purpose, the functions provided on each screen. This chapter explains the main screen. For the graph screen, refer to "6 Graph Screen Functions" (P45).

5-1 Using the File FunctionsThe following explains how to manipulate files, such as opening and saving trial data files.

Creating New Trial DataCreate new trial data.

1. Click [File] in the menu bar, and then select [New].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to clear the data.

Important

When new trial data is created, all data currently set in VisionOptimizer is cleared.

2. Click [OK]. Next, use the execution wizard, etc., to create new trial data.

Opening Existing Trial DataRead the trial data file (extension: *.bak) you have saved earlier.

1. Click [File] in the menu bar, and then select [File].

The "Open" window appears.

2. Specify the trial data file, and then click [OK]. The trial data file is read and its content is shown in VisionOptimizer.



Saving Trial DataSave the created trial data in a desired location as a trial data file.

1. Click [File] in the menu bar, and then select [Save As].

The "Save As" window appears.

2. Specify the location you want to save the data in, and then click [OK]. A trial data file (extension: *.bak) is saved in the specified location.

Saving Trial Data in the CSV FormatSave the trial data as a CSV file. Use this function if you want to analyze the trial results in detail using Microsoft Excel or other application software.

1. Click [File] in the menu bar, and then select [Save data as CSV].

The "Save data as CSV" window appears.

2. Specify the location you want to save the data in, and then click [OK]. A CSV trial data file (extension: *.csv) is saved in the specified location. At the same time, a confirmation message appears, asking if you want to open the file using application software.

If you select [Yes], appropriate application software in the PC launches automatically and shows the trial data.



5-2 Editing DataThe following explains how to edit data, such as copying and deleting trial data.

Copying Trial Data to the ClipboardCopy the selected trial data to the PC's clipboard. You can use the copied data in any application software.

1. Select the trial data you want to copy.

2. Click [Edit] in the menu bar, and then select [Copy to clipboard].

The data is copied to the clipboard.

Deleting Trial Data Corresponding to a Selected Trial NumberDelete trial data corresponding to a selected trial number.

Precautions for Correct Use

• Once deleted, trial data cannot be restored. • Data of trial number "0" (currently set in the FZ simulator) cannot be deleted. • Data can be deleted only in units of trial numbers. Specific data among the data under a given

trial number cannot be deleted.

1. When the trial data of the trial number to be deleted has been selected, click [Edit] in the menu bar and then select [Delete the trial/tryout parameter].



A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to delete the data.

2. Click [OK]. The trial data corresponding to the selected trial number is deleted.

General Information

You can also delete the trial data of the trial number you want to delete by selecting the trial data, clicking the right mouse button, and then clicking [Delete the trial/tryout parameter].

5-3 Setting the Data Display MethodThe following explains how to set the various display functions related to trial data which you can use to efficiently select optimal parameters.

Showing/Hiding the Information PanelShow or hide the information panel (refer to P3) on the right side of the screen.

1. To show the information panel, click [View] in the menu bar and then select the [Display information panel] check box. To hide the panel, clear the check box.

General Information

You can also show/hide the information panel by clicking [<]/[>] shown on the right side of the statistical information area.



Showing Trial Data by ColorThe data of trial number "0" (currently set in the FZ simulator) is used as the reference value and values better than this reference value are shown in blue, while values worse than the reference value are shown in red.

If "Search" is selected as the reference unit, for example, the greater the correlation value of an OK image, the better the image. Accordingly, values greater than the value of trial number "0" are shown in blue, while values smaller than this value are shown in red.

1. Click [View] in the menu bar and then select the [Separate data by color] check box.

The data is color-coded.

Showing Trial Data in a GraphShow the trial data of the selected trial number in a graph. By showing trial data in a graph, you can analyze the data in greater detail.

For detailed settings and operating methods related to graph display, refer to "6 Graph Screen Functions" (P45).

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1. Specify the trial data you want to show in a graph, click [View] in the menu bar, and then select [Display graph].

The graph screen opens and the selected trial data is shown in a graph.

General Information

You can also click [Trial number] of the trial data to show the data in a graph.

Showing/Hiding Trial Data ItemsSet whether to show or hide each item (row) of the trial data in the statistical information area. When there are many displayed items, you can hide unnecessary items, such as parameters that are not adjusted, to reduce the number of displayed items.

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, and then select [Result Column settings].

The "Result Column settings" dialog box appears.



2. Under [View], select the check boxes of items you want to show, and clear those of items you want to hide.

3. Click [OK]. Only the selected items are shown in the statistics display area.

Filtering the Displayed Trial DataFilter the displayed trial data based on the extraction conditions you have set. Unlike the function explained in "Showing/Hiding Trial Data Items" above, this function applies to individual trial data (in units of lines).

Setting the Filter ConditionsSet the filter conditions (extraction conditions).

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, click [Filtering], and then select [Filtering settings].

The "Filtering settings" dialog box appears.



2. Select the type of filter. Three types of filters are available, as shown below.

The setting methods are explained below. • Select displayed range

Select the [Range1] check box, and then select the desired row in [Column] and enter the values you want to set in [Lower limit]/[Upper limit].

To add conditions to narrow down the data further, do the same with [Range2] and [Range3]. • Quantity filter to lower limit• Quantity filter to upper limit

Select the desired row in [Column] and enter the number of trial data to be displayed in [Displayed quantity to upper limit].

[Quantity filter to lower limit] displays the data in the target row in a descending order, while [Quantity filter to upper limit] displays the data in an ascending order.

3. Click [Close].

FilteringFilter the data according to the filter conditions you have set.

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, click [Filtering], and then select [Execute filtering].

The displayed data is narrowed down according to the settings of filter conditions.

Type Description

Select displayed range Specify the target row and then narrow down the data based on the upper/lower limits of the applicable value.

Quantity filter to lower limitYou can narrow down the data by specifying the target row and then setting the number of data to be displayed. The data in the target row is shown in a descending order.

Quantity filter to upper limitYou can narrow down the data by specifying the target row and then setting the number of data to be displayed. The data in the target row is shown in an ascending order.



Resetting filteringThe display of filtered results is reset to the previous condition.

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, click [Filtering], and then select [Filtering settings]. The "Filtering settings" dialog box appears.

2. Click [Reset].

The narrowing down of displayed data is cancelled, and the display returns to the previous condition.

3. Click [Close].

Automatic filtering after a trial runAfter a trial run, data is automatically filtered according to the filter conditions set earlier. Automatic filtering is performed, for each trial run, on the data obtained through the trial run.

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, click [Filtering], and then select [Auto filtering after execution].

When this button is selected, filtering will be performed after each trial run hereafter according to the filter conditions you have set.

Sorting by Set ConditionsSort multiple trial data according to the conditions you have set.

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, and then select [Sort].

The "Sort" dialog box appears.



2. Select the row to be used as the sorting key, select either the ascending order or descending order in which to sort the target row, and then click [OK]. Up to three keys can be set with priorities.

Data is sorted according to the conditions you have set.

Sorting in the Order Recommended by VisionOptimizerVisionOptimizer has a simple discrimination function to derive optimal parameters.Multiple trial data is sorted in the order of setting parameters recommended by VisionOptimizer.In addition, the trial data sorted in the recommended order can be resorted by setting new conditions.

Sorting in the order recommended by VisionOptimizer

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, click [Sort by recommendation], and select [Execute sort recommend].

Data is sorted in the order recommended by VisionOptimizer.

General Information

Sorting in the recommended order is also performed after the end of each trial run, upon which the recommended trial number is shown in a separate window.

Resorting according to set conditions

1. Click [View] in the menu bar, click [Sort by recommendation], and select [Sort recommend settings].

The "Sort recommend settings" dialog box appears.



2. Select the row to be used as the sorting key, select either the ascending order or descending order in which to sort the target row, and then click [OK]. Up to ten keys can be set in the order of priority.

Data is sorted according to the conditions you have set.After sorting is complete, the trial number at the top of the order becomes the recommended trial number in VisionOptimizer.

General Information

• The settings in the "Sort recommend settings" dialog box are saved for each processing item.• The item that displays first (default value) in the "Sort recommend settings" dialog box is the item

that will be the key used for sorting in the order recommended by VisionOptimizer.To return the settings to the previously set values, click [Set Default]..

5-4 Connecting to the FZ SimulatorThe following explains how to connect/communicate with the FZ simulator.

Acquiring Scene InformationRead and acquire scene information from the FZ simulator. This operation is performed to align the scene set in the FZ simulator with the scene to be adjusted in VisionOptimizer.

Important

When new scene information is acquired from the FZ simulator, the current trial data and displayed graph are all cleared. If you don't want the trial data to be cleared, save the trial data. (Refer to "Saving Trial Data" (P16))



1. Click [Connection] in the menu bar, and then select [Load scene info.].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to clear the current data.

2. Click [OK]. The current scene information set in the FZ simulator is acquired and shown in the [Scene Information] area.

General Information

You can also acquire scene information by clicking [Load scene info.] in the [Scene Information] area.



Setting the Connection with the FZ SimulatorSet the connection with the FZ simulator. You can also launch the FZ simulator from the setting screen.

1. Click [Connection] in the menu bar, and then select [Connection settings to simulator].

The "Connection settings to simulator" dialog box appears.

2. Click [...] next to [Select folder including simulator module]. The "Browse Folder" window appears.

3. Specify the folder in which the executable file for FZ simulator "FZ-CoreRA.exe" is stored, and then click [OK]. The path to the specified folder is shown.

4. In [Select FZ Simulator version], select the version of the FZ simulator you are connecting.

5. To simultaneously launch the FZ simulator whenever VisionOptimizer is launched hereafter, select the [Startup simulator at the same time as VisionOptimizer startup (next time)] check box.

6. Click [OK].

Launching the FZ simulator from the "Connection settings to simulator" dialog boxClick [Start simulator].



Sending the Selected Parameters in the FZ SimulatorReflect the parameters of the trial number selected from the trial data, in the FZ simulator.

1. Select the trial data you want to reflect, and then click [Connection] in the menu bar and select [Send paramers to simulator].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to reflect the trial settings.

2. Click [Yes]. The selected parameters are reflected in the FZ simulator.

Saving Scene DataSave the current scene data of the FZ simulator (extension: *.scn) in a desired location.

1. Click [Connection] in the menu bar, and then select [Save scene data].

The "Save scene data" window appears.

2. Specify the save location, and then click [Save]. A scene data file (extension: *.scn) is saved in the specified location.



5-5 Setting a Trial RunThe following explains the items to be set to execute a trial run and acquire trial data.

Setting the Image FoldersSet the image folders to be inspected.

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Image settings].

The "Image settings" dialog box appears.

General Information

You can also open the "Image settings" dialog box by clicking [Image settings] in the [Selected image] area.

2. Click [...]. The "Browse Folder" window appears.

3. Specify the folder storing OK/NG images (folder immediately above the "OK"/"NG" folders), and then click [OK]. The path to the image folder is shown.



4. Click [OK]. The image setting is performed and image information is shown in the [Selected image] area.

Setting the Parameter Adjustment MethodFor the scene you have set, select the parameters, model images, processing items subject to model size adjustment (adjustment unit), processing items whose adjustment results are received (reference unit), and adjustment mode.

Type of adjustment modeSelect one of the three types of adjustment modes explained below, according to the purpose ofadjusting the parameters and images.

Precautions for Correct Use

"Model image verification mode"/"Model size verification mode" can only be used with models that meets both of the conditions listed below regarding the adjustment unit. • No. of registered figures: 1• Type of registered figure: Rectangular

If there is not at least one model registered that meets both of these conditions, "Model image verification mode"/"Model size verification mode" cannot be selected in "Unit settings".

Mode name Object Function

Parameter verification mode

Finding optimal parameter values for processing items

Select and set the parameters to be adjusted, and find optimal parameters from among all possible combinations.

Model image verification mode

Finding optimal images used for model registration of processing items

Set the folder storing the images used for model registration, and find optimal images for model registration from among all images.

Model size verification mode

Finding optimal model sizes used for model registration of processing items

Select and set the parameters to be adjusted, and find optimal sizes for model registration from among all possible combinations.



1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Unit settings].

The "Unit settings" dialog box appears.

General Information

You can also open the [Unit settings] dialog box by clicking [Select] in the [Mode/Unit selection] area.

2. Set the following items. • [Adjustment unit] : Select the processing items which are the target of parameter adjustment. • [Reference unit] : Select the processing items whose adjustment results are received. • [Mode] : Select the adjustment mode to be set.

3. Click [OK].

Setting the Model ImagesFor the processing items requiring model registration, register as VisionOptimizer models those images used in the model registration with the FZ simulator. The setting method varies depending on whether the adjustment mode is "Parameter verification mode" or "Model image verification mode"/"Model size verification mode."



Parameter verification mode

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Model settings].

The "Model settings" dialog box appears.

General Information

You can also open the "Model settings" dialog box by clicking [Model settings] in the [Parameter settings] area.

2. Click [...] next to [Select file]. The "Model settings" window appears.

3. Select the image to be registered as a model, and then click [Open]. The path to the selected image file is shown under [File path].

General Information

If there are multiple model images and you want to set the same image for all models, click [Use same image file] and select the image to be set for all models.By doing this, the file of the applicable image will be set for all models and the same file path will be shown for all models.



4. Click [OK].

Model image verification mode/Model size verification mode

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Model settings]. The "Model image settings" dialog box appears.

2. Select the model image number under [Model index and number].

3. Click [...] next to [Model image file path]. The "Model image settings" window appears.

4. Select the image to be registered as a model, and then click [Open]. The path to the selected image file is shown under [Model image file path].

5. Click [OK].

Generating Candidate Parameters Used for Trial RunGenerate candidate parameters used for the trial run performed to identify optimal parameters, model images and model sizes. The setting method varies depending on whether the adjustment mode is "Parameter verification mode"/"Model size verification mode" or "Model image verification mode."

Parameter verification mode/Model size verification mode

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Variation settings].

The "Variation settings" dialog box appears.



General Information

You can also open the "Variation settings" dialog box by clicking [Variation settings] in the [Parameter settings] area.

2. If necessary, set the following items related to display. • [Select display mode] : Switch the parameter display to one corresponding to the use

frequency at the time of adjustment. • [Display only adjusted target] : When this check box is selected, only the items whose

[Target] check box is selected in the parameter list are shown.

3. Select the [Target] check box of each item you want to adjust.

* The displayed items vary between the parameter verification mode and model size verification mode.

4. Enter the values you want to set in [Setting Value], [Start Value], [End Value] and [Step].

Parameter list



5. Click one of the following buttons to specify additional parameters. • [Add only setting values] : Add parameter values set under [Setting Value] as candidate

parameters. • [Add combination] : Generate a combination of parameters from among those whose

[Target] check box is selected, at each step from the start to end of parameter variation. If the [Target] check box is selected for multiple parameters, the number of combinations corresponds to the product of all items.

6. Click [Close].

Model image verification mode

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Variation settings]. The "Variation settings" dialog box appears.

2. Click [...]. The "Browse Folder" dialog box appears.

3. Select the folder containing the candidate model image, and then click [OK]. The path to the selected folder/image is shown under [Image folder path].

4. To add trial images, click [Search and add trying datas]. Images to be used as candidate model images are searched for in the image folder and automatically added as candidate parameters for a trial run.When addition is complete, a trial addition confirmation message appears. Click [OK].

5. Click [Close].



Setting the Trial OptionsSelect the judgment results used for judgment in the trial run, and also set the high-speed mode for the trial run.

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Option for execution].

The "Option for execution" dialog box appears.

2. Under [Judgement mode selection], select one of the following to specify where to acquire OK/NG judgment results from. • [Overall judgement mode] : Use the overall judgment results of the FZ simulator. • [Reference unit judgement mode] : Use the individual judgment results of the unit to be

referenced (processing items).

3. Under [Fast mode selection], select one of the following. • [Normal] : Execute a trial run sequentially with the group of candidate parameters

generated in the variation settings. • [Fast mode] : Randomly extract a file from the target inspection images to execute a

preliminary trial run. Only when the result of the preliminary trial run was OK, a trial run is performed on all target inspection images.



If [Fast mode] is selected, set the following items. • [Selection ratio to all images] : Enter the percentage of random extraction. • [Condition settings for full trial] : Set the condition under which the result of the preliminary

trial run is deemed OK. Enter the row header, lower and upper limit values for the condition.

4. Click [OK].

Executing a Trial RunA trial run is executed based on the parameters you have set.

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Execute].

A trial run starts and the condition of trial run is shown in the trial progress display area of the main screen.

When the trial run is complete, a completion message appears and trial results are shown in the statistical information area.

General Information

• You can also execute a trial run by clicking [Execute] in the [Execute] area. • To cancel the trial run in the middle, click [Cancel], or click the [X] icon on the right side of the trial

progress display area progress bar and then click [Cancel].



Launching the Execution WizardLaunch the "Execution Wizard" that assists you in setting all conditions up to those used for executing a trial run. Refer to "Setting the Trial Conditions According to the Execution Wizard" (P9) for the setting procedure using the execution wizard.

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Execution Wizard].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to clear the trial data.

Important

When the execution wizard is used, the current trial data is cleared.

2. Click [OK]. A message appears, informing that the execution wizard is started.

3. Click [OK]. The execution wizard is started.

Executing Trial Runs SuccessivelyBy registering multiple trial data files in which candidate parameters are saved, you can have a series of trial runs executed automatically and results saved. This function is useful when you want to execute trial runs for multiple units over night.

1. Click [Processing] in the menu bar, and then select [Batch mode].



A message appears, asking if you want to execute trial runs successively.

2. Click [Yes]. The "Batch mode settings" dialog box appears.

3. Click [...] next to [Select folder]. The "Browse Folder" window appears.

4. Select the folder in which trial data files are saved, and then click [OK]. The trial data in the folder is shown in a list.

5. Select the data files for which you want to execute trial runs successively, and then click [].



The selected trial data files are shown in the successive trial run list.

To delete a data file in the successive trial run list, select the file and then click [Delete]. To delete all files in the list, click [All Delete].

6. Click [Execute]. Trial runs are executed successively.

To cancel the successive trial runs, click [Cancel].

When the successive trial runs are complete, a result file with a suffix [Save the file name suffix] (file name: trial data file name + suffix) is generated and saved in the trial data folder.

Successive trial run list



5-6 Using Convenient ToolsThe following explains how to use the convenient tools incorporated in VisionOptimizer.

Showing Logged Data in a GraphRead the output CSV file and show the data in a graph for the processing item "Data Logging."

1. Click [Tool] in the menu bar, and then select [Display logging graph].

The "VisionOptimizer LogGraph" window appears.

2. Click [Open] and specify the CSV file you want to show in a graph.

The logged data is shown in a graph.



To change the color and size of plots in the graph, click [Draw settings] and set the desired items in the displayed "OMRON Vision Optimizer Draw Setting" dialog box.

Refer to "Setting Graph Draw" (P49) for the setting method.

Clicking [Copy] copies the displayed graph to the clipboard.

Automatically Classifying OK and NG ImagesIf OK and NG images are present in one folder, they are classified into the "OK"/"NG" folders which are automatically created immediately below the specified folder. At this time, images are classified according to the overall judgment result on the scene acquired from the FZ simulator. This function is useful in situations where it takes time to classify a large amount of images into "OK"/"NG" folders.

1. Click [Tool] in the menu bar, and then select [Automatic distribution OK/NG Images].

The "Automatic distribution OK/NG Images" dialog box appears.

2. Select the classification source/destination image folders under [Select Origin Images Folder]/[Select Distribution Folder].

General Information

Image files of BMP and IFZ formats are classified.



3. Click [Distribute OK/NG Images]. "OK" and "NG" folders are created below the classification destination image folder specified in step 2, and images are automatically classified and stored. When the classification is complete, a completion message appears. Click [OK].

4. Click [Close].

5-7 Other FunctionsThe following explains how to display this manual, check the version information.

Opening the VisionOptimizer ManualOpen the Users' Manual for VisionOptimizer (this document).

1. Click [Help] in the menu bar, and then select [Manual].

The manual is displayed.

General Information

You can also display the manual by clicking [Start] from the Windows menu, clicking [All Programs], [OMRON] and [VisionOptimizer], and then selecting [User's Manual].

Updating VisionOptimizerUpdate VisionOptimizer to the latest version via a network or based on local information.

1. Click [Help] in the menu bar, and then select [Check UpdateVersion].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to update VisionOptimizer.



Important

Take note that if VisionOptimizer is updated, it will quit without saving the set data after the update.

2. Click [Yes].The "Update" dialog box appears.

3. Select one of the following, and then click [OK].• [Load the data from internet server] : Update VisionOptimizer via a network. • [Load the data from the folder] : Update VisionOptimizer based on local information.

Click [...] and select the folder.Update starts.

Checking the VisionOptimizer VersionDisplay the version information window.

1. Click [Help] in the menu bar, and then select [Version information].

The version information window appears.


6 Graph Screen Functions


The functions provided on the graph screen are explained by purpose.

6-1 Setting Graph DisplayThe following explains the various settings related to graph display.

Changing the Graph Display AreaUse the mouse to change the graph display area.

1. Place the pointer over the graph and drag the mouse.

Changing the Graph SizeUse the mouse to change the graph size.

1. Place the pointer to the right border, bottom border or bottom right-hand corner of the graph, and drag the mouse.



Enlarging/Reducing the GraphEnlarge/reduce the graph by operating the mouse wheel.

General Information

This function cannot be used if your mouse has no wheel.

1. Turn the wheel forward/backward over the graph.

General Information

To reset the enlarged/reduced graph, right-click over the graph and select [Reset zooming]. If the "Vision Optimizer Graph Display settings" dialog box is displayed, you can also click [Reset].



Copying the Graph Screen to the ClipboardCopy the content of the graph screen to the clipboard.

1. Right-click over the graph and select [Copy to clipboard].

The graph screen is copied to the clipboard.

Selecting the Graph TypeSelect the type of the grapy to be displayed. Select one of the three types of graphs explained below. • Scatter diagram of characteristic quantity (supports all items in the result value area)• Histogram of characteristic quantity• Coordinate distribution diagram (may not display depending on the processing item)

1. Select the graph type under [Graph type] in the detailed information area.



Note

An example of graph type is shown below.

Selecting the Trial Number for Graph DisplaySelect the trial number for which to display a graph and change the graph display.

1. Click []/[] under [Trial number] in the detailed information area and select the trial number.

• Scatter diagram • Histogram

• Coordinate distribution diagram

Relates the characteristic quantity on the vertical axis to the image number on the horizontal axis, and plots the data using points.

Sets the number of images to the vertical axis, and the characteristic quantity to the horizontal axis, and displays the number of images for each characteristic quantity as rectangles (bars).

Sets the horizontal position to the X axis, and the vertical position to the Y axis, and plots correlation between two positions using points.

Image number

Measure X

Correlation value

Measure Y

Correlation value

Num

ber of images



Setting Graph DrawSet the details of graph draw.

1. Click [Draw settings] in the detailed information area.

The "Vision Optimizer Graph Draw settings" dialog box appears.

If necessary, also set the following items.

Graph shape settingThese settings relate to plots in the graph.

•StyleSelect the style of plots.

•SizeSet the size of plots.

•ColorSet the display color of plots.

Click [Color] and set the display color of plots in the displayed "Color settings" dialog box.



The settings you have made are shown in the plots detail area inside the detailed information

area.

Color settingsSet the color of the plot area in the graph.

Click the color view and set the display color of the plot area in the displayed "Color settings"

dialog box.

Graph size settingSet the display size corresponding to the graph type.

Set the width and height for each graph type.

In the case of a histogram, set the histogram width.

2. When all items have been set, click [OK].



Setting Graph DisplaySet the details of how the graph should be displayed, such as selecting OK/NG images and type of statistical values to be displayed.

1. Click [Display settings] in the detailed information area.

The "Vision Optimizer Graph Display settings" dialog box appears.

If necessary, also set the following items.

Object settingSet whether to show or hide the graph for OK/NG images.

Under [Object], select the check box for the type of images for which to display a graph.

Type setting of the display statistic resultSelect the type of the display statistic result.

Under [Display statistic result], select the type of statistical values to be displayed.



Note

The graph display changes according to the selected type of statistic results as follows:

Showing/hiding the histogram, characteristic quantity thresholds in the graph displaySet whether to show or hide the histogram and the characteristic quantity thresholds next to the graph.

Under [Histogram] and [Characteristic quantity thresholds], select [ON] to show the applicable item, or [OFF] to hide the item.

OK band

NG band

The widths of OK/NG bands change according to the type of statistical value (minimum & maximum/σ/3σ) selected under [Display statistic result].

Measurement averages/medians of OK/NG images

The positions of broken lines change according to the type of statistical value (average/median) selected under [Display statistic result].

Image number

Correlation value



Note

The histogram and characteristic quantity thresholds correspond to the following portions in the graph display.

General Information

Each characteristic quantity threshold is changed by sliding the [-] knob displayed along each graph axis, or entering a value under [Judgement condition] in the detailed information area.

2. When all items have been set, click [OK].

6-2 Setting Images

The following explains the various settings related to images.

Enlarging an ImageYou can enlarge the image displayed in the image area.

Histogram

Characteristic quantity thresholds

• Scatter diagram

Image number

Correlation value



1. Double-click the image displayed in the image area.

The image viewer is launched and an enlarged view of the image is displayed.

Changing the Camera NumberChange the camera number for the image displayed in the image area.

1. Click []/[] under [Camera No.] in the detailed information area to change the camera number.

Saving Falsely Detected ImagesSave falsely detected images in a desired location.

1. Click [Save Wrong] in the detailed information area.

The "Save Wrong Image" dialog box appears.



2. Under [Select Wrong Kind], select the type of images you want to save.

3. Click [...] next to [Select Folder]. The "Browse Folder" window appears.

4. Specify a desired save location, and then click [OK]. The path to the specified folder is shown under [Select Folder].

5. Click [Save].

Note

Wrong images are images that were judged NG by the FZ simulator when they are actually non-defective, or images that were judged OK by the FZ simulator when they are actually defective.

Copying the Image File Path to the ClipboardCopy the image file path to the clipboard.

1. In the image area, select the image whose file path you want to copy.

2. Right-click the file path shown under the image area, and then click [Copy Image Path]. The file path is copied to the clipboard.

6-3 Setting MeasurementThe following explains the settings related to image measurement.

Measuring an Image AgainMeasure the target image again with the FZ simulator.

1. Double-click a plot in the graph. The target image is measured again by the FZ simulator.



General Information

You can also measure the image again by right-clicking a plot in the graph or the image shown in the image area, and selecting [Remeasure].

Changing the Image AttributeThe attribute (OK/NG) of the inspection image can be changed.Image files in which the attribute has been changed will automatically be switched to the image folder of the new attribute (OK image [NG] folder, NG image [OK] folder).In addition, plots in the graph and the attribute display in the image area will change at the same time.

1. In the image area, right-click the image in which the attribute is to be changed, and then click [Change attribute].

A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to change the attribute.

2. Click [OK].

General Information

When changing the attribute, it is possible to reflect the results of the attribute change in the statistical information area of the main screen and the graph display area of the graph screen by quitting the graph screen and executing a trial run on the main screen.


7 Appendix

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7-1 Error Messages and Remedial ActionsThe following explains the error messages that may be displayed on the screen, key causes of errors, and remedial actions to be taken.

Error message Key cause Remedial actionReference

page

Fail to execute. Failed to build the connection with FZ simulator.

Connection may not be established with the FZ simulator.

Acquire scene information. Close the setting window in the FZ simulator.

P25

Selected folder doesn't contain OK/NG images folder.

"OK"/"NG" folders do not exist under the specified folder.

Specify the folder containing OK/NG folders.

P29

Fail to execute. No model image file is specified. Please check the selected path.

No model image file is specified in model settings when the adjustment mode is "Model size verification mode" or "Model image verification mode."

Specify a model image path in model settings.

P31

Fail to execute. Model image is not registered. Register it by [Model settings].

No model image is registered when the adjustment mode is "Model range verification mode."

Specify a model image path in model settings.

P31

Fail to execute. No model is selected for adjustment. Select model image.

No model is selected for adjustment when the adjustment mode is "Model range verification mode."

Select a model in model settings.

P31

Saved settings are different from settings of simulator. Adjust settings?

Connection is not established with the FZ simulator.

Click [Yes]. Scene information acquisition processing is performed automatically.

P27

This unit cannot have model setting.

A model is registered for a processing item that does not require model registration.

Model registration is not required.

P31

Register model image on simulator before executing.

No model is registered in the FZ simulator.

Register a model in the FZ simulator.

P31

Model image is not registered. Register it by [Model settings].

No model is registered. Register a model in model settings.

P31

This program is protected by USB Dongle. Check your USB Dongle.

The USB dongle is not attached.

Attach the USB dongle to the PC.

P2


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Simulator may have already been in operation.Restart of simulator is necessary for connection and synchronization.Simulator cannot get started by VisionOptimizer. Start it manually.

The FZ simulator is already running.

Quit the FZ simulator. P14

Faile to connect to simulator.Probable causes are as follows:• Simulator has not started

yet.Check whether simulator is running.

• Simulator version is different from last time.

In Connection settings, check simulator version and ComServer version.

• The FZ simulator is not yet started.

• The version of the FZ3 simulator you are using is wrong.

• Check if the FZ simulator is running.

• Check the simulator connection settings.

P27

Fail to connect to SQL Server.

• SQL Server 2005 services are not operating.

• The SQL Server database is not appropriate.

• Check if SQL Server 2005 services are operating properly.

• Create new trial data.

P15

Simulator may have been already in operation.Restart simulator to connect and synchronize it with VisionOptimizer.

The FZ simulator is already running.

Quit the FZ simulator and then click [Start simulator] in the "Connection settings to simulator" dialog box again.

P27

Fail to execute presearching. Check the settings.

• The model is not set correctly in VisionOptimizer.

• The path to the inspection image folder is not set correctly in VisionOptimizer.

• The correct model image is not registered in the FZ simulator.

• Specify the path to the correct model image in model settings of VisionOptimizer.

• Specify the path to the correct image file in variation settings of VisionOptimizer.

• Register the model image correctly in the simulator.

P31P33

Trail has not been executed. No graph window can be displayed.

An attempt was made to read data when no trial results were available.

Execute a trial run and then open the graph screen.

P45

This CSV file is not supported

The format of the CSV file containing logged data is different.

Check the format of logged data in the FZ simulator.

Fail to load scene data because of too many units. Shorten the flow.

Too many units are included in the scene selected in the FZ simulator.

Shorten the flow in the FZ simulator.


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Selecting this model is impossible because registered model image has two or more figures.

In "Model image verification mode" or "Model size verification mode", registration range of selected model image is two or more figures.

Select model image whose registration range is rectangular and one figure.

P33

Selecting this model is impossible because registered model image is not rectangular.

In "Model image verification mode" or "Model size verification mode", registration range of selected model image is not rectangular.

Select model image whose registration range is rectangular and one figure.

P33

Can not find the model to adjust.Adjusting in this mode is available only when the registered model is rectangular and model image has one figure.

In "Model image verification mode" or "Model size verification mode", can not find any model image whose registration range is rectangular and has one figure in adjustment unit.

Register model image whose registration range is rectangular and one figure on simulator.

P31

Can not find the model image in adjustment unit.Register it on simulator.

Can not find the model image in adjustment unit.

Register model image on simulator.

P31

Set model image is necessary to verificate parameters of "Model image setting".Are you sure to register model image ?

Model image is not selected in "Model image setting".

Click [Yes] and register model image by [Model settings].Or, click [No, lator] and register model image after setting [Variation settings].

P34


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Index

Index
A
Add combination ................................................................... 35Add only setting values ......................................................... 35Adjustment unit ..................................................................... 31Auto filtering after execution ................................................. 23Automatic distribution OK/NG Images .................................. 42

B

Batch mode........................................................................... 38Browse folder ........................................................ 8, 10, 27, 55

C

Camera number ................................................................ 5, 54Cancel..................................................................................... 4Change attribute ................................................................... 56Color settings ........................................................................ 50Condition settings for full trial................................................ 37Connection.............................................................................. 8Connection settings to simulator....................................... 8, 27Coordinate distribution diagram............................................ 47Copy to clipboard ...................................................... 17, 47, 55Creating a scene..................................................................... 9

D

Delete the trial....................................................................... 17Detailed information area........................................................ 5Display graph........................................................................ 20Display information panel...................................................... 18Display logging graph ........................................................... 41Display only adjusted target.................................................. 34Display settings....................................................................... 5Draw settings .......................................................................... 5

E

Execute ............................................................................. 4, 37Execute area........................................................................... 4Execute filtering .................................................................... 22Execute sort recommend...................................................... 24Execution wizard............................................................... 9, 38

F

Fast mode............................................................................. 36Fast mode selection.............................................................. 36File path ................................................................................ 32Filtering settings.............................................................. 21, 23FZ simulator ............................................................................ 2

G

Graph area.............................................................................. 5Graph shape setting.............................................................. 49Graph size setting ................................................................. 50

Graph type .............................................................................. 5Group of candidate parameters ............................................ 12

H

Histogram of characteristic quantity...................................... 47

I

Image area.............................................................................. 5Image file path display ............................................................ 5Image folder .......................................................................... 29Image folder path .................................................................. 35Image settings............................................................. 3, 10, 29Information panel .............................................................. 3, 18Inspection image file ............................................................... 7

J

Judgment condition................................................................. 5

L

Launching FZ simulator .......................................................... 8Launching VisionOptimizer ..................................................... 8Load scene info................................................................. 3, 26

M

Manual .................................................................................. 43Menu bar................................................................................. 3Mode ..................................................................................... 31Mode/Unit selection area ...................................................3, 11Model image file path............................................................ 33Model image settings ............................................................ 33Model image verification mode ............................................. 30Model settings..............................................................4, 11, 32Model size verification mode................................................. 30

N

New....................................................................................... 15NG folder................................................................................. 7

O

Object setting ........................................................................ 51OK folder................................................................................. 7OMRON FZ folder................................................................... 7Open ..................................................................................... 15Option for execution........................................................ 12, 36Overall judgement mode....................................................... 36

P

Parameter settings area.......................................................... 4Parameter verification mode ................................................. 30Plots detail............................................................................... 5

User's Manual for Vision Sensor Setting Optimization Software VisionOptimizer

Index

Q

Quantity filter to lower limit .................................................... 22Quantity filter to upper limit ................................................... 22Quit ....................................................................................... 14

R

Reference unit....................................................................... 31Reference unit judgement mode........................................... 36Reset zooming ...................................................................... 46Result Column settings ......................................................... 20Result value area .................................................................... 5

S

Save As................................................................................. 16Save data as CSV................................................................. 16Save scene data ................................................................... 28Save Wrong Image ........................................................... 5, 54Scatter diagram of characteristic quantity............................. 47Scene group/Scene number/Unit display................................ 5Scene information ............................................................. 9, 25Scene information area................................................. 3, 9, 26Search and add trying datas ................................................. 35Select display mode.............................................................. 34Select displayed range.......................................................... 22Select Distribution Folder...................................................... 42Select folder including simulator module .......................... 8, 27Select FZ Simulator version.................................................. 27Select Origin Images Folder ................................................. 42Select Wrong Kind ................................................................ 55Selected image area ................................................... 3, 10, 30Selection ratio to all images .................................................. 37Send paramers to simulator ............................................ 14, 28Separate data by color .......................................................... 19Set Default ............................................................................ 25Sort ....................................................................................... 23Sort by recommendation....................................................... 24Sort recommend settings ...................................................... 24Start simulator ......................................................................... 8Statistical information area...................................................... 3

T

Target .................................................................................... 34Trial data file.................................................................... 15, 16Trial number ...................................................................... 5, 48Trial progress display area.......................................... 3, 13, 37Type setting of the display statistic result.............................. 51

U

Unit settings ................................................................ 3, 10, 31USB dongle......................................................................... 2, 7

V

Variation settings................................................... 4, 12, 33, 35Version information ............................................................... 44Vision Optimizer Graph Display settings............................... 51Vision Optimizer Graph Draw settings .................................. 49

User's Manual for Vision Sensor Setting Optimization Software VisionOptimizer

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