O PE R AT I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S

LMS5xx
LASER MEASUREMENT SENSORS
 Operating Instructions

LMS5xx Laser Measurement Sensors

Described product
LMS5xx

Manufacturer
SICK AG
Erwin-Sick-Str. 1
79183 Waldkirch
Germany

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for SICK AG. Reproduction of this document or parts of this document is only permissible
within the limits of the legal determination of Copyright Law. Any modification, expurgation
or translation of this document is prohibited without the express written permission of SICK
AG.
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Original document
This document is an original document of SICK AG.

The LMS5xx laser measurement sensors are certified according to IEC 61010-1:2010-06.
Only vaild when marked on the type plate.

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Table of contents
1 About this document .......................................................................................................5
1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions ..................................................... 5
1.2 Scope ........................................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Depth of information ................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Explanation of symbols ............................................................................................... 7
1.5 Further information ..................................................................................................... 8
1.6 Customer service ........................................................................................................ 8
2 For your safety .................................................................................................................9
2.1 Correct use .................................................................................................................. 9
2.2 Incorrect use ................................................................................................................ 9
2.3 IP technology ............................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Limitation of liability .................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Modifications and conversions ................................................................................ 10
2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel .................................. 10
2.7 General safety notes and protective measures ...................................................... 11
2.8 Hazard warnings and operational safety ................................................................. 12
2.9 Quick stop and restart .............................................................................................. 14
2.10 Environmental protection ......................................................................................... 14
2.11 Repair ......................................................................................................................... 15
3 Product description ...................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Delivery ...................................................................................................................... 17
3.2 Device variants .......................................................................................................... 18
3.3 Type code ................................................................................................................... 20
3.4 Special features of the LMS5xx ............................................................................... 21
3.5 Differences between the LMS5xx Lite, PRO and Heavy Duty versions ................. 22
3.6 Controls and status indicators ................................................................................. 23
3.7 Operating principle of the LMS5xx ........................................................................... 24
3.8 Applications ............................................................................................................... 31
3.9 Measurement of objects ........................................................................................... 32
3.10 Field application ........................................................................................................ 39
3.11 Inputs and outputs .................................................................................................... 44
3.12 Data interfaces .......................................................................................................... 47
3.13 Data communication using telegrams ..................................................................... 48
3.14 Planning ..................................................................................................................... 49
4 Transport and storage ................................................................................................. 51
4.1 Transport .................................................................................................................... 51
4.2 Transport inspection ................................................................................................. 51
4.3 Storage ....................................................................................................................... 51
5 Mounting ........................................................................................................................ 53
5.1 Overview of the mounting steps ............................................................................... 53
5.2 Preparations for mounting ........................................................................................ 53
5.3 Dismanteling the system .......................................................................................... 62
6 Electrical installation ................................................................................................... 63
6.1 Overview of the installation steps ............................................................................ 63
6.2 Conditions for safe operation of the LMS5xx in an installation ............................. 63
6.3 Connections of the LMS5xx ...................................................................................... 67
6.4 Preparing the electrical installation ......................................................................... 74
6.5 Perform electrical installation on the LMS5xx ........................................................ 76

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7 Commissioning and configuration ............................................................................ 85

7.1 Overview of the commissioning steps ..................................................................... 85
7.2 SOPAS ET configuration software ............................................................................ 85
7.3 Establish communication with the LMS5xx ............................................................ 86
7.4 Initial commissioning ................................................................................................ 88
7.5 Connection and test measurement ......................................................................... 90
8 Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 91
8.1 Maintenance during operation ................................................................................ 91
8.2 Exchanging an LMS5xx ............................................................................................. 91
8.3 Decommissioning ..................................................................................................... 95
9 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 97
9.1 In the event of faults or errors ................................................................................. 97
9.2 Error displays of the indicator lights ........................................................................ 97
9.3 Indications of the 7-segment display ...................................................................... 98
9.4 Detailed error analysis ............................................................................................. 98
9.5 SICK Support ............................................................................................................. 99
10 Technical specifications ............................................................................................ 101
10.1 Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement sensor .................................................. 101
10.2 Operating range diagrams ..................................................................................... 106
10.3 Dimensional drawings ............................................................................................ 107
11 Annex ........................................................................................................................... 115
11.1 Ordering information .............................................................................................. 115
11.2 EU declaration of conformity .................................................................................. 115
11.3 Glossary ................................................................................................................... 115
11.4 Abbreviations .......................................................................................................... 116
11.5 List of Figures .......................................................................................................... 117
11.6 List of Tables ........................................................................................................... 119

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1 About this document

1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions

These operating instructions provide important information on how to handle laser
measurement sensors from SICK AG.
Prerequisites for working safely are:
 Adherence to all the specified safety instructions and guidelines.
 Complying with any local work safety regulations and general safety specifications
applicable to the use of the laser measurement sensors
These operating instructions are intended for specialists and electricians.

Important Read these instructions carefully before starting any work on the device to familiarize
yourself with the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor and its functions.

The operating instructions are considered a part of the device and must be kept in an
accessible location in the immediate vicinity of the device at all times, optimally in printed
format. Should the device be passed on to a third party, these operating instructions should
be handed over with it.
These operating instructions do not provide information on operating the machine in which
the laser measurement sensor is integrated. For information about this, refer to the
operating instructions of the respective machine.

1.2 Scope
These operating instructions are designed to address the technical personnel in regards to
safe mounting, electrical installation, commissioning and configuration and maintenance of
the following laser measurement sensor variants.
A step-by-setp approach is taken for all tasks.

1.2.1 LMS5xx variants

These operating instructions apply to the following variants:
LMS5xx variant Resolution
LMS500-20000 PRO Indoor High Resolution (HR)
LMS500-21000 Lite Indoor High Resolution (HR)
LMS511-10100 PRO Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR)
LMS511-11100 Lite Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR)
LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR)
LMS511-20100 PRO Outdoor High Resolution (HR)
LMS511-21100 Lite Outdoor High Resolution (HR)
LMS511-22100 Heavy Duty Outdoor High Resolution (HR)
LMS531-10100 PRO Security Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR)
LMS531-11100 Lite Security Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR)
LMS581-10100 PRO Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR)
LMS581-20100 PRO Outdoor High Resolution (HR)
Tab. 1: Variants of the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor

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Simplified device designation in the document

Below, the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor is referred to in simplified form as "LMS5xx".
The exceptions are where distinction between device variants is required because of the
technical features or functions are different. In this case either the designation of the
variant line (e.g. LMS500 Lite Outdoor) or the complete type designation according to the
type code (e.g LMS500-20000) is used.

1.2.2 Software versions

Software/Tool Function State
LMS5xx-xxxxx Firmware From V 1.50.9
Device description Device specific software module From V 01.00.00
LMS5xx-xxxxx for SOPAS ET (device
description: *.sdd file)
SOPAS ET Configuration software From V 02.32
Tab. 2: Software versions

Access to the LMS5xx via the SOPAS ET configuration software is password protected.
For details see section “Interactive configuration using SOPAS ET” on page 88.

1.3 Depth of information

These operating instructions contain the following information on the LMS5xx:
 Product description
 Transport and storage
 Mounting
 Electrical installation
 Commissioning and configuration
 Maintenance
 Troubleshooting
 Technical data
In addition, an online help is available in the SOPAS ET configuration software supplied; this
help provides information on the usage of the software user interface, as well as on the
configuration of the LMS5xx.
You will find a detailed description of the different telegrams for the LMS5xx in the
document “Telegram Listing Laser Measurement Sensor”, part no.: 8014631, English
version.
You will find general information about the laser-guided object monitoring in the "Laser
detectors" project planning manual, part no.: 8017354, English version.
You will find further information on the LMS5xx, its accessories as well as documents on the
online product page. Please see section 1.5 “Further information” on page 8.

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1.4 Explanation of symbols

Warnings in these operating instructions are indicated by symbols. The warnings are
introducedby signal words that indicate the extent of the danger.
 These warnings must be observed at all times and care must be taken to avoid
accidents, personal injury, and material damage.

... indicates a situation of imminent danger, which will lead to a fatality or serious injuries if
not prevented.

… indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to a fatality or serious injuries
if not prevented.

.… indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to minor/slight injuries if not
prevented.

… indicates a potentially harmful situation, which may lead to material damage if not
prevented.

Important … highlights useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and
trouble-free operation.

Recommendation Recommendations are designed to give you assistance in the decision-making process with
respect to a certain function or a technical measure.
Important Sections marked “Important” provide information about special features of the device.
Explanation Explanations provide background knowledge on technical relationships.
MENU COMMAND This typeface indicates a term in the SOPAS ET user interface.
Terminal output This typeface indicates messages that the LMS5xx outputs via its interfaces.
 Take action … Here you must do something. This symbol indicates an instruction to perform an action that
contains only one action or actions in warnings where a specific sequence does not need to
be followed. Instructions to perform actions that contain several steps in sequence are
numbered.
This symbol refers to additionally available documentation.

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Software notes show where you can make the appropriate settings and adjustments in the
SOPAS ET configuration software.

1.5 Further information

Important All the documentation available can be found on the online product page at:
 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx
The following information is available for download there:
 Model-specific online data sheets for device variants, containing technical data,
dimensional drawings, and working range diagrams
 EU declaration of conformity for LMS5xx product family
 Dimensional drawings and 3D CAD dimension models in various electronic formats
 Working range diagrams
 These “LMS5xx laser measurement sensors“ operating instructions. In English (part no.
8013796) and German (part no. 8013795), and other languages (if applicable)
 “Laser Measurement Sensor” telegram listing, from version 2012-05-08, in English
(part no. 8014631)
 "LMS5xx Laser Measurement Technology" product information in English (part no.
8013793) and German (part no. 8013792), and other languages (if applicable)
 Publications dealing with accessories

1.6 Customer service

Do not hesitate to contact our customer service should you require any technical
information. Please refer to the back page of these operating instructions for your agent's
contact details.

Important Before calling, make a note of all type label data such as type code, serial number, etc. to
ensure faster processing.

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2 For your safety

This chapter deals with your own safety and the safety of the equipment operators.
 Please read this chapter carefully before working with the LMS5xx.

2.1 Correct use

The LMS5xx is a non-contact optical distance measurement sensor for stand-alone or
network operation, based on a 2D laser scanner. It is suitable for applications in which
precise, electro-sensitive measurements of contours and surroundings are required. It is
also possible to create systems, for instance, for collision protection, for building
surveillance or for access monitoring
It must be initialized only by qualified personnel and only in industrial environments.

Important The LMS5xx is only allowed to be operated in the ambient temperature range allowed (see
section 10.1 “Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement sensor” on page 101).

2.2 Incorrect use

 The LMS5xx does not constitute a safety component according to the EC Machinery
Directive (2006/42/EC).
 The LMS5xx is not a device for the protection of people in the context of the related
safety standards for machinery.
 The LMS5xx must not be used in explosion hazard areas.
 Any other use that is not described as correct use is prohibited.
 The use of accessories not specifically approved by SICK is at own risk.

2.3 IP technology

SICK uses standard IP technology in its products. The emphasis is placed on availability of
products and services.
SICK always assumes the following prerequisites:
 The customer will ensured the integrity and confidentiality of the data and rights
affected by the use of the aforementioned products.
 In all cases, appropriate security measures, such as network separation, firewalls, virus
protection, and patch management, is be taken by the customer on the basis of the
situation in question.

2.4 Limitation of liability

Applicable standards and regulations, the latest state of technological development and
many years of knowledge and experience have all been taken into account when
assembling the data and information contained in these operating instructions. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by:
 Failing to observe the operating instructions
 Incorrect use of the device

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 Use by untrained personnel

 Unauthorized conversions
 Technical modifications
 Use of unauthorized spare parts, consumables and accessories
With special variants, where optional extras have been ordered, or owing to the latest
technical changes, the actual scope of delivery may vary from the features and illustrations
shown here.

2.5 Modifications and conversions

Modifications and conversions to the LMS5xx and/or the installation may result in
unforeseeable dangers.

In case of any other usage as well as in case of modifications to the LMS5xx, e.g. due to
opening the housing and/or breaking the seals during mounting and electrical installation,
or to the SICK software, any claims against SICK AG under the warranty will be rendered
void.
Before any technical modifications to and expansions of the LMS5xx, the prior written
approval of the manufacturer must be obtained.

2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel

Risk of injury due to insufficient training!

Improper handling may result in considerable personal injury and material damage.
 All work must only ever be carried out by the stipulated persons.

These operating instructions list the training requirements for the various fields of activity,
as follows:
 Instructed personnel have been given a briefing by the operator about the tasks
assigned to them and about potential dangers arising from improper action.
 Skilled personnel have the specialist training, skills, and experience, as well as
knowledge of the relevant regulations, to be able to perform tasks delegated to them
and to detect any potential dangers independently.
 Electricians have the specialist training, skills, and experience, as well as knowledge of
the relevant standards and provisions to be able to carry out work on electrical systems
and to detect any potential dangers independently. In Germany, electricians must meet
the specifications of the BGV A3 Work Safety Regulations (e. g. Master Electrician).
Other relevant regulations applicable in other countries must be observed.

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The following qualifications are necessary for the various tasks:

Activities Qualification
Mounting and maintenance  Basic technical training
 Knowledge of the current safety regulations in the
workplace
Electrical installation and  Practical electrical training
replacement  Knowledge of current electrical safety regulations
Commissioning, operation and  Basic knowledge of the Windows operating system
configuration  Basic knowledge of data transmission
Operation of devices in the related  Knowledge on the use and operation of devices in the
application related application (e.g. crane, assembly system)
 Knowledge on the software and hardware environment in
the related application (e.g. crane, assembly system)
Tab. 3: Authorized personnel

2.7 General safety notes and protective measures

Please observe the safety notes and the warnings listed here and in other chapters of these
operating instructions to reduce the possibility of risks to health and avoid dangerous
situations.

Safety notes
Please observe the following items in order to ensure the correct and safe use of the
LMS5xx.
 The notices in these operating instructions (e.g. on use, mounting, installation or
integration into the existing machine controller) must be observed.
 When operating the LMS5xx, the national, local and statutory rules and regulations
must be observed.
 National/international rules and regulations apply to the installation, commissioning,
use and periodic technical inspections of the laser measurement sensor, in particular:
– the work safety regulations/safety rules
– other relevant health and safety regulations
 Manufacturers and operators of the machine/system on which the LMS5xx is installed
are responsible for obtaining and observing all applicable safety regulations and rules.
 The tests must be carried out by specialist personnel or specially qualified and author-
ized personnel and must be recorded and documented to ensure that the tests can be
reconstructed and retraced at any time.
 The operating instructions must be made available to the operator of the system where
the LMS5xx is fitted. The operator of the system is to be instructed in the use of the
device by specialist personnel and must be instructed to read the operating
instructions.

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2.8 Hazard warnings and operational safety

2.8.1 Laser radiation

WARNUNG WARNING AVERTISSEMENT

Laserstrahlung! Laser radiation! Rayonnement laser !

LASER PRODUKT CLASS 1 APPAREIL À
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER DE CLASSE 1
Wellenlänge: 905 nm Wavelength: 905 nm Longueur d‘onde: 905 nm
(unsichtbares Infrarotlicht) (invisible infrared light) (lumière infrarouge invisibles)
EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 EN/IEC 60825-1:2014
Identische Laserklasse für Identical laser class for issue Même classe laser pour
Ausgabe EN/IEC 60825-1:2007 EN/IEC 60825-1:2007 l’édition EN/CEI 60825-1:2007
LMS5xx-1xxxx/LMS25x-1xxxx: LMS5xx-1xxxx/LMS25x-1xxxx: LMS5xx-1xxxx/LMS25x-1xxxx:
Impulsleistung: 55,6 W Puls output: 55.6 W Puissance d‘impulse: 55,6 W
Impulsdauer: 3,6 ns Puls duration: 3.6 ns Durée d‘impulse: 3,6 ns
LMS5xx-2xxxx: LMS5xx-2xxxx: LMS5xx-2xxxx:
Impulsleistung: 29,6 W Puls output 29.6 W Puissance d‘impulse: 29,6 W
Impulsdauer: 2,9 ns Puls output: 2.9 ns Durée d‘impulse: 2,9 ns
21 CFR 1040.10 und 1040.11 Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 Soit 21 CFR 1040.10 et
wird erfüllt, mit Ausnahme der and CFR1040.11 except for 1040.11 à l’exception de
Abweichungen nach Laser deviations pursuant to Laser différences sur les indications
Notice 50 vom Juni 2007. Notice No. 50, June 2007. du Laser N° 50, juin 2007.
Die im normalen Betrieb The radiation emitted in normal Le rayonnement émis en
austretende Strahlung ist operation is not harmful to the fonctionnement normal n‘est
ungefährlich für die Augen eyes and human skin. pas dangereux pour les yeux et
und die menschliche Haut. la peau humaine.
VORSICHT – CAUTION – PRUDENCE –
Bestimmungsfremder Einsatz the use of controls, or tout usage de commandes,
kann zu gefährlichen adjustments or performance of réglages ou toute application de
Strahlungsexpositionen führen. procedures other than those procédures autres que ceux
specified herein may result in décrits dans ce document peut
hazardous radiation exposure. entraîner une exposition
dangereuse au rayonnement.
Laserwarnschild Laser warning sign Avertissement laser
Der LMS5xx hat kein The LMS5xx has no laser Le LMS5xx n‘a pas un avertisse-
Laserwarnschild am Gehäuse. warning sign on the housing. ment laser au boîtier.
Um die Einhaltung der No maintenance is necessary to Aucune maintenance n'est né-
Laserklasse 1 zu gewährleisten, ensure compliance with laser cessaire pour assurer la confor-
ist keine Wartung notwendig class 1. mité avec la classe laser 1.
 Gehäuse nicht öffnen  Do not open the housing  Ne pas ouvrir le boîtier.
(durch das Öffnen wird der (opening the housing will (La diode laser n'est pas
Laser nicht abgeschaltet). not switch off the laser). désactivée en cas d'ouver-
 Beachten Sie die Laser-  Pay attention to the laser ture du boîtier).
schutzbestimmungen safety regulations as per  Se conformer aux dernières
gemäß EN/IEC 60825-1:2014. consignes de protection en
EN/IEC 60825-1:2014. date contre le rayonnement
laser
EN/IEC 60825-1:2014.
Laseraustrittsöffnung Laser output aperture Orifice de sortie
Die Laseraustrittsöffnung ist die The laser output aperture is the L'orifice de sortie du faisceau la-
Frontscheibe am LMS5xx. front screen on the LMS5xx. ser correspond à la vitre dans
Siehe Fig. 1 on page 13 See Fig. 1 on page 13 son ensemble.
Voir Fig. 1 on page 13

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Front screen of
viewing window

Fig. 1: Laser output aperture on the LMS5xx, here on LMS500

The LMS5xx operates with a infrared-light laser diode. The laser beam cannot be seen with
the human eye.

2.8.2 Electrical installation work

 Only authorized, specialist personnel are allowed to perform electrical installation work.
 The power supply must be disconnected when attaching and detaching electrical
connections.
 Select and implement wire cross-sections and their correct fuse protection in
accordance with the applicable standards.
 Do not open the housing.
 Observe the current safety regulations when working on electrical systems.

2.8.3 Damaging potential equalization currents due to different ground potentials

For electrical safety, the LMS5xx has been designed and checked according to
IEC 61010-1:2010-06.
The LMS5xx is connected to the peripheral devices (power supply, encoder, PLC/host, if ap-
plicable other LMS5xx, etc.) by using shielded cables. The shield of each cable is connected
to the metal housing of the LMS5xx via the system connector.
If the peripheral devices have metal housings and if the cable shield also is connected to
their housings, it is assumed that all devices involved in the installation have the same
ground potential.
This is achieved for instance by fulfilling the following conditions:
 mounting the devices on conductive metal surfaces
 correctly grounding the devices/metal surfaces in the system
 a low-impedance and stable current carrying equipotential bonding between areas with
different ground potentials, if necessary
If these conditions are not met, e.g. on devices in a widely distributed system over several
buildings, potential equalization currents may, due to different ground potentials, flow along
the cable shields between the devices and may cause danger.

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Risk of injury/risk of damage via electrical current!

Potential equalization currents between the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices can have
the following effects:
 Dangerous voltages on the metal housing, e.g. of the LMS5xx
 Incorrect function or irreparable damage to the devices
 Damage/irreparable damage of the cable shield due to heating and cable fires
 Where local conditions are unfavorable and thus do not meet conditions for a safe
earthing method (same ground potential at all grounding points), take measures
according to chapter 6.2 “Conditions for safe operation of the LMS5xx in an
installation” on page 63.

2.9 Quick stop and restart

2.9.1 Switching off the LMS5xx

LMS500:
 Switch off the voltage supply (power supply).
LMS511/ LMS531/LMS581:
 Switch off the voltage supply (power supply) or disconnect the M12 supply cable on the
device.
The LMS5xx retains configurations parameters stored in the internal, non-volatile memory.
Measured values on the data interface are lost.

2.9.2 Switching back on the LMS5xx

LMS500:
 Switch on the voltage supply (power supply).
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581:
 Switch on the voltage supply (power supply) or re-connect the M12 supply cable on the
device.
The LMS5xx re-commences operation with the parameters last saved.

2.10 Environmental protection

The LMS5xx has been designed to minimize environmental impact. It uses only a minimum
of power.

2.10.1 Power consumption

LMS5xx variant Max. power consumption during operation
LMS500 Sensor: Max. 25 W (without load on the outputs)
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 Sensor: Max. 25 W (without load on the outputs)
Heating: Additionally max. 65 W
Tab. 4: LMS5xx variants: Maximum of power consumption

While working, always act in an environmentally responsible manner.

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2.11 Repair

Repairs to the LMS5xx are only allowed to be undertaken by trained and authorized service
personnel from SICK AG.
Any manipulation or modification of the LMS5xx by the customer will invalidate the
manufacturer warranty.

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3 Product description
This chapter provides information on the special features and properties of the LMS5xx
laser measurement sensor. It describes the construction and the operating principle of the
device, in particular the different operating modes.
Please read this chapter before mounting, installing and commissioning the device.

3.1 Delivery
The LMS5xx delivery includes the following components:
Quantity Components Comment
1 An LMS5xx laser measurement sensor Model type depends on order.
Outdoor variants:
M12-round plug-in connectors
equipped with protection caps and
plugs made of plastic.
1 Type-specific notes on device with Included in the LMS5xx packaging
electrical circuit diagram for getting started
Tab. 5: Delivery

An overview about the available LMS5xx variants, its accessories and, device
documentation is available from the web product page:
 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

The configuration software SOPAS ET, the current system prerequisites for the PC, and the
instructions for downloading the software and the device description file(s) can be found
online at:
 http://www.sick.com/SOPAS_ET

The required USB driver for the PC when using the USB interface of the LMS5xx can be
found online at:
 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

Section 11.1 “Ordering information” on page 115 provides an overview of the

consumables available for cleaning the front screen.

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3.2 Device variants

Type Purpose of use Range Heating Enclosure rating
LMS500-2x000 Lite/PRO Indoor Max. 80 m No IP 65
26 m at 10% 1)
LMS511-1x100 Lite/PRO/ Outdoor Max. 80 m Yes IP 67 2)
Heavy Duty 40 m at 10% 1)
LMS511-2x100 Lite/PRO/ Outdoor Max. 80 m Yes IP 67 2)
Heavy Duty 26 m at 10% 1)
LMS531-11100 Lite/PRO Security Max. 80 m Yes IP 67 2)
40 m at 10% 1)
LMS581-10100 PRO Outdoor Max. 80 m Yes IP 67 2)
40 m at 10% 1)
LMS581-20100 PRO Outdoor Max. 80 m Yes IP 67 2)
26 m at 10% 1)
Tab. 6: Device variants

1) Object remission
2) Under the following conditions: the SICK cables plugged into the M12 round plug-in connections must be
screwed tight. Any electrical connections that are not being used must be fitted with protective caps or plugs
that are screwed tight (as in the delivery condition). The M8 connection of the USB interface on the front is
screwed tight

Cable gland "Ethernet"

connection
"USB"
connection

System connector (remov-

able) with terminal blocks Indicators Viewing window
and cloning parameter mem-
ory (for replacement with
automatical configuration of
the replacement device)

Fig. 2: View of the LMS500 Indoor

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"Data" 1)
"Power" connection
connection "I/O" 2)
connection
"USB" "Ethernet"
connection connection

System connector with cloning

parameter memory. Indicators Viewing window
Removable only from LMS511
Heavy Duty (for replacement
with automatical configuration
1) LMS531 Security: "Inputs" connection
of the replacement device).
2) LMS531 Security: "Alarm" connection

Fig. 3: View of the LMS511/581/531 Outdoor

The LMS5xx comprises three components:

 Sensor head with the opto-electronic acquisition system (housing)
 Application module, this defines the functionality of the LMS5xx
 System connector with the cloning parameter memory and electrical connections.
The system connector is only removable from LMS500 Lite/PRO Indoor and LMS511
Heavy Duty Outdoor. Due to the cloning parameter memory that is included, the existing
configuration may be transferred to the relevant replacement device automatically on
start-up if, for example, a sensor defect occurs.

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3.3 Type code

3.3.1 Marking scheme of standard variants

LMS a b c - d e f gg
Placeholder Characteristics Variant
a Device family 5: LMS5xx
b Design 0: Indoor housing without heating, IP 65
1: Outdoor housing with heating, IP 67
2: Security indoor housing without heating, IP 65
3: Security outdoor housing with heating, IP 67
7: Indoor housing without heating, IP 65, special
8: Outdoor housing with heating, IP 67, special
c Color 0: blue
1: gray
2: black
3: white
d Performance 1: Standard resolution
2: High resolution
e Variant 0: PRO
1: Lite
2: Heavy Duty
f Connectivity 0: Cable gland / 1x M12
1: M12 Standard
2: M12 CAN
gg Application 00: Standard
51: Special
90: Bulkscan software
Tab. 7: Type code of LMS5xx
Not all possible combinations are available according to the type code.

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3.4 Special features of the LMS5xx

Variant Special features
All  Field of view maximum 190°
 Angular resolution
Lite: 0.25/0.5/1°
PRO/Heavy Duty: 0.1667/0.25/0.3333/0.5/0.6667/1°
 Scanning frequency
Lite: 25/35/50/75 Hz
PRO: 25/35/50/75/100 Hz
 Flexible system configurations
 Configuration and measured data request using SICK command language (CoLa)
 Digital switching inputs
Lite: 2 inputs
PRO/Heavy Duty: 4 inputs
 Digital switching outputs
Lite: 3 outputs
PRO/Heavy Duty: 6 outputs
 Data interfaces
Lite: Ethernet, RS­232/-422, USB
PRO: Ethernet, RS­232/-422, USB, CAN
PRO/Heavy Duty: Ethernet, RS­232/-422, USB, CAN für Erweiterungsmodul

Measured value output (raw data)

 Non-contact, active distance measurement technique
 Measurement of objects with almost any shape
 Measured value output for all reflection pulses (echoes), e.g. in rain or on measurement through a window

Integrated field application

 Configurable evaluation fields
Lite: 4 fields
PRO: 10 fields
Heavy Duty: 10 fields
 Monitoring of the evaluation field contours
 Activation of the evaluation fields using digital switching inputs
 Encoder inputs (PRO and Heavy Duty version only)
 Output of the evaluation field (unoccupied or infringed) via digital switching outputs or telegrams
LMS500-2x000  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (26 m with 10% object remission)
Lite/PRO  Housing with enclose rating IP 65
LMS511-1x100,  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (26 m with 10% object remission)
LMS581-10100  Outdoor housing with enclose ratingIP 67
LMS511-2x100,  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (40 m with 10% object remission)
LMS581-20100  Outdoor housing with enclose rating IP 67
LMS531-11100  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (40 m with 10% object remission)
Lite  Outdoor housing with enclose rating IP 67
 2 potential-free relay outputs
 2 digital switching inputs, 1 switching output
LMS531-10100  4 potential-free relay outputs
PRO  4 digital switching inputs
Tab. 8: Special features of the LMS5xx variants

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3.5 Differences between the LMS5xx Lite, PRO and Heavy Duty
versions
The LMS5xx variants are available in the following LMS5xx versions:
Device line Lite PRO Heavy Duty
LMS500 ● ●
LMS511 ● ● ●
LMS531 ● ●
LMS581 ●
Tab. 9: Versions of the LMS5xx

The following table shows the main differences:

Funktion Lite PRO Heavy Duty
Scanning frequency/ 25 Hz/0,25° 25 Hz to 100 Hz, 25 Hz to 100 Hz,
angular resolution 35 Hz/0,5° angular resolution can angular resolution can
50 Hz/0,5° be selected freely. be selected freely.
75 Hz/1° See also See also
Tab. 13 on page 32 Tab. 13 on page 32
Special function 75 Hz/0,5° – –
with an opening angle
of 90°, scanning range
65 m (compability with
LMS2xxLS14)
Scanning range 80 m 65 m/80 m, depending 65 m/80 m, depending
on pulse frequency. on pulse frequency.
From a scanning range From a scanning range
> 65 m the LMS5xx > 65 m the LMS5xx
outputs the data in step outputs the data in step
size of 2 mm size of 2 mm
Echoes 2 5 5
LastEcho = 2. Echo LastEcho = 5. Echo LastEcho = 5. Echo
Switching outputs 3 6 6
Switching inputs 2 (no encoder) 2 + 2 = 4 (multiple 2 + 2 = 4 (multiple
purposes) purposes)
Evaluation fields 4 parallel 10 parallel 10 parallel
CAN bus No Yes Yes
Connection material Brass, nickel-plated Brass, nickel-plated Stainless steel
Operating ambient –30 °C ... +50 °C –30 °C ... +50 °C –40 °C ... +60 °C
temperature
Parameter cloning Only possible with Only possible with Only possible with
indoor variant indoor variant outdoor variant
Tab. 10: Differences between LMS5xx Lite-, PRO and Heavy-Duty

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3.6 Controls and status indicators

3.6.1 User interface

In normal operation the laser measurement sensor operates fully automatically without the
intervention of an operator.
The interactive configuration is carried out using the provided SOPAS ET configuration
software on a PC that must be connected to the LMS5xx.
Use the graphic scan view in SOPAS ET to verify the generated measured values and to
verify the measurement area online.

Important The scan display in SOPAS ET is not performed in real-time but in a limited rate. Therefore
not all measured values are displayed.

3.6.2 Status indicators

The LEDs and the 7­segment display indicate the operational status of the LMS5xx.

Fig. 4: Status indicators

Important On the LMS5xx, along with the standard displays described below, the indication functions
of the LEDs and the 7­segment display can be configured in SOPAS ET.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DISPLAY.

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Indicator lights
Display Possible cause
LMS5xx measuring and no error reported
Ù
LMS5xx either not measuring (stopped by user) or measuring with error
Ø events
Off: no contamination
Ð On: contamination warning
Blinking: contamination error
At least one field is infringed (see section 3.10.3 “Operator for the
Ú evaluation cases on the output” on page 43).
Reserved
Û
Tab. 11: Meaning of the indicator lights (LEDs)

Further information see section 9.2 “Error displays of the indicator lights” on page 97.

7­segment display
Used for diagnostics on occurring errors or malfunctions (see section 9.3 “Indications of the
7-segment display” on page 98).

3.7 Operating principle of the LMS5xx

The LMS5xx is a non-contact laser measurement sensor that scans the surrounding
perimeter radially on a single plane using pulses of light. The LMS5xx measures in two-
dimensional radial coordinates. If a laser beam emitted is reflected from a target object,
then the position of the object is given in the form of distance and angle. The LMS5xx can-
not see through objects during this process.

Fig. 5: Measuring principle of the LMS5xx

Scanning takes place in a sector of 190°. The scanning range of the LMS5xx is maximum
80 m on light, natural surfaces with an object remission > 100% (e.g. a white house wall).
See also section 10.2 “Operating range diagrams” on page 106.

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Distance measurement
The LMS5xx emits pulsed laser beams using a laser diode. If a laser beam is reflected on a
target object the reflected beam is received at the sensor.

t
Send pulse

Receive pulse

Fig. 6: Principle of operation for time of flight measurement

The distance to the object is calculated by the time required for the pulsed beam to be
reflected and received by the sensor. This principle of “Time of flight” is used by radar
systems in a similar manner (see also section 3.9.4 “Measured value output for a pulse
reflected with multiple echoes” on page 36).

Direction measurement
The emitted laser beams are deflected using an internal rotating mirror and scanning the
surroundings in a circular manner. The measurements are triggered at regular steps using
an angular encoder.
The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty scans with an adjustable scanning frequency of 25, 35, 50,
75 or 100 Hz. During this process, a laser pulse and therefore a measurement is triggered
after an angular step of 0.1667°, 0.25°, 0.33°, 0.5°, 0.6667° or 1°.
The LMS5xx Lite scans with a scanning frequency of 25, 50 or 75 Hz and angular steps of
0.25°, 0.5° or 1°.

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Influences of object surfaces on the measurement

The signal received from a perfectly diffuse reflecting white surface corresponds to the
definition of a remission of 100%. As a result of this definition, the remissions for surfaces
that reflect the light bundled (mirrored surfaces, reflectors), are more than 100%.

Fig. 7: Reflection of the laser beam at the surface of an object

The majority of surfaces reflect the laser beam diffusely in all directions (Fig. 7).
The reflection of the laser beam will vary as a function of the surface‘s structure and colour.
Light surfaces reflect the laser beam better than dark surfaces and can be detected by the
LMS5xx over larger distances. Bright white plaster reflects approx. 100% of the incident
light, black foam rubber approx. 2.4%. On very rough surfaces, part of the energy is lost due
to shading. The scanning range of the LMS5xx will be reduced as a result.

Fig. 8: Reflection angle

The reflection angle is the same as the angle of incidence. If the laser beam is incident
perpendicularly on a surface, the energy is optimally reflected (Fig. 9). If the beam is
incident at an angle, a corresponding energy and scanning range loss occurs (Fig. 8).

Fig. 9: Degree of reflection

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If the reflected energy returned is over 100% (basis: Kodak standard) the incident beam is
not reflected diffusely in all directions, but is reflected in a specific direction (Fig. 9 on
page 26). As a result a large portion of the energy emitted can be received by the laser
distance measurement device. Plastic reflectors (“cats’ eyes”), reflective tape and triple
prisms have these properties.

Fig. 10: Mirror surfaces

At mirror surfaces the laser beam is almost entirely deflected (Fig. 10).
Instead of the surface of the mirror, it is possible that the object on which the deflected laser
beam is incident may be detected.

Fig. 11: Object smaller than diameter of the laser beam

Objects that are smaller than the diameter of the laser beam cannot reflect all the energy
of the laser light (Fig. 11). Therefore the amount of light not incident on the object is lost. If
the total amount of light reflected back to the sensor is not sufficient the object may not be
detected. This can reduce the scanning range of the sensor. If the multiple echo option is
selected, the amount of light not reflected by the front object may be reflected by a
background surface, creating therefore a second echo (see section 3.9.4 “Measured value
output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes” on page 36).

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3.7.1 Scanning range of the LMS5xx

The scanning range of the LMS5xx is dependent on the remission of the objects to be
detected. The better a surface reflects the incident radiation, the greater the scanning
range of the LMS5xx. The diagrams in Fig. 12 indicate the relationship between remission
and detectability.

Scanning range LMS500-20000 (HR)/LMS511-10100 (SR) and LMS511-20100 (HR)

Target remission [%]

HR

SR

Target distance [m]

Fig. 12: Scanning range of the LMS5xx as a function of the target remission

Example to Fig. 12: Up to a distance of 15 m the LMS5xx (HR) can detect objects from 3%
remission. At a distance of 80 m objects are only detected if they have a remission > 95%.

Important  The diagram in Fig. 12 is only applicable if no filters are configured.

 The scanning range can be significantly reduced depending on the environment (e.g.
fog, rain, dust).

3.7.2 Beam diameter and distance between measured points

With increasing distance from the LMS5xx the laser beam of the LMS5xx increases in size.
As a result the diameter of the measured point on the surface of the object increases.
The distance-dependent diameter of the measured point is the distance (mm) × 0.0046 rad
(HR) or 0.011 rad (SR) + 13 mm.

Expanding laser beam

Optical axis

Beam diameter at the front

screen = 13 mm

Fig. 13: Beam expansion

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With increasing distance from the LMS5xx, the distance between the individual measured
points also increases. The distance between the measured points is also dependent on the
angular resolution selected. With a coarser resolution (e.g. 1°), the distance is larger, with
a finer resolution (e.g. 0.1667°) the distance is smaller. The distance-dependent spacing
between the measured points is the tangent of the angular resolution × distance.

Measured point

Scan with coarse

angular resolution

Scan with fine

angular resolution

Fig. 14: Schematic layout of the distance between measured points at different angular
resolutions
The diagram in Fig. 15 shows the beam diameter and the measured point spacing as a
function of the distance from the LMS5xx.

Important Full scanning without gaps depends on the resolution of sensor (SR or HR) and the
selected angular resolution.

Beam diameter (HR) 1° resolution

Beam diameter (SR)

Beam distance,
Beam diameter [mm]

depending on resolution
0.6667° resolution
SR
0.5° resolution

0.3333° resolution
HR
0.25° resolution
0.1667° resolution

Target distance [m]

Fig. 15: Beam diameter and distance between measured points of the LMS500 at 0 to 80 m

Example for angular resolution 0.1667° (HR) in Fig. 15

Distance intersection point 30 m gives a distance between the measured points of approx.
87 mm.
Distance intersection point 30 m with the characteristic curve for beam diameter gives a
beam size of approx. 150 mm (HR) or 342 mm (SR).

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3.7.3 Minimum object size

To reliably detect an object, a laser beam must be fully incident on it once. If the beam is
partially incident, less energy could be reflected by the object (see Fig. 11 on page 27).
An object is only reliably fully seen if it is at least as large as the measured point spacing
plus the beam diameter.

Scan 1

Beam diameter

Scan 2

Distance between measured points

Scan 3

Fig. 16: Minimum object size for detection

In the example in Fig. 16, the beam is fully incident on the object at least once during each
scan. It will therefore be reliably detected if it has the necessary remission.

How to calculate the minimum object size:

Beam diameter + distance between the measured points = minimum object size
 For beam diameter and measured point spacing as a function of the distance from the
LMS5xx see the diagram in Fig. 15 on page 29.

Important In particular on the usage of the LMS5xx for measured value output, it is necessary for a
reliable measurement that the beam is incident on the object several times. The example
shows the minimum size of an object. For a reliable measurement it is important that the
beam is incident on the object several times. Therefore an object should be either larger
than the minimum object size or the LMS5xx as well as the object should not move.

3.7.4 Contamination measurement

The LMS5xx has a front screen for protection. This front screen can become contaminated.
The laser beam radiation emitted and received is reduced by the contamination. As a result
scanned objects are perceived with a lower remission than they actually have, or no longer
measured at all from a certain level of contamination. The LMS5xx is equipped with 6 dedi-
cated contamination sensors. Depending on the contamination strategy chosen, a selected
number of these sensors will be taken into account. The 6 contamination sensors are
divided in 2 groups (3 + 3).
For this reason the contamination is monitored continuously by a dedicated system while
the device is in operation. For different levels of contamination, first a contamination
warning is output; if the screen is not cleaned and the contamination becomes worse, a
contamination error is output and the LMS5xx stops taking measurements.
Depending on the application in which the LMS5xx is used, you can choose between various
strategies for the contamination measurement.

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 Inactive
No contamination measurement
 Highly available
Contamination warning and contamination error are only output on even contamination
of the front screen. This means that all 6 contamination sensors must have reached the
warning level or error level.
 Available
Contamination warning and contamination error are output on partial contamination of
the front screen.
 Semi-sensitive
Contamination warning and contamination error are output on a smaller partial
contamination of the front screen.
 Sensitive
Contamination warning and contamination error are output on a very small or localized
contamination.
Recommendation The cleaner the application environment, the lower you can set the sensitivity for the
contamination measurement. If a high precision of the measured results is crucial, the
contamination measurement must be set to the highest possible sensitivity.
Contamination warning and contamination error are indicated on the LEDs on the LMS5xx
(see section 9.2 “Error displays of the indicator lights” on page 97). You can also read
these states using telegrams (see telegram listing “LMS1xx/5xx and more”, part no.
8014631, English version).
A contamination error can also be signaled on a digital output if this output is configured for
the status “Device Ready” or “Contamination” (see section 3.11.3 “Digital switching
outputs” on page 44).

Important If you use the “Contour monitoring with blanking” strategy (see section “Evaluation
strategy” on page 41) in the field evaluation application, the contamination measurement
should be configured as inactive. If the contamination measurement is active, erroneous
detections of contour infringements may occur.

3.8 Applications
In principle the LMS5xx can be used for two purposes:
 for the measurement of objects (see section 3.9 “Measurement of objects” on
page 32)
 for the detection of objects with evaluation fields (see section 3.10 “Field application”
on page 39)
Therefore, there is a wide range of possible applications. Some of these applications are
listed below:
 Container loading/handling/positioning
 Traffic/transport
 Robots/pick and place
 Object/building protection (low false alarm rate)
 Anti-collision
 Navigation

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 Mapping

3.9 Measurement of objects

3.9.1 Basic parameters

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty scans with a scanning frequency of 25 up to 100 Hz or with
an angular resolution of 0.1667° up to 1°. The LMS5xx Lite offers a reduced set of possible
combinations.
At a higher scanning frequency or a finer angular resolution the LMS5xx supplies more
measured values. The following tables give an overview of the possible configurations.
Scanning frequency Angular resolution Scaling factor for data Max. distance
output
25 Hz 0.25° ×2 80 m
35 Hz 0.5° ×2 80 m
50 Hz 0.5° ×2 80 m
75 Hz 1° ×2 80 m
75 Hz 0.5°1) ×1 65 m
Tab. 12: Possible configurations LMS5xx Lite

1) With a fixed opening angle of 90°.

Scanning frequency Angular resolution Scaling factor for data Max. distance
output
25 Hz 0.1667° ×1 65 m
25 Hz 0.25° ×2 80 m
35 Hz 0.25° ×1 65 m
35 Hz 0.5° ×2 80 m
50 Hz 0.3333° ×1 65 m
50 Hz 0.5° ×2 80 m
75 Hz 0.5° ×1 65 m
75 Hz 1° ×2 80 m
100 Hz 0.6667° ×1 65 m
100 Hz 1° ×2 80 m
Tab. 13: Possible configurations LMS5xx PRO

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, BASIC PARAMETERS, areas CURRENT CONFIGURATION and NEW
CONFIGURATION.

Important  The LMS5xx outputs the data after the start of the measurement using the same
interface over which the measured values were requested.
 It is only possible to output all measured values of a scan in real-time using the Ethernet
interface.

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3.9.2 Filter
The LMS5xx has digital filters for the pre-processing and optimisation of the measured
distance values.
You can configure an echo filter or a particle filter for interference suppression.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, FILTER.

Fog filter
The fog filter suppresses possible glare due to fog. The outdoor and security versions
become less sensitive in the near range (up to approx. 7 m) with the fog filter. The fog filter
is enabled on all outdoor devices. It is not possible to disable this function.

Echo filter
If echo pulses are reflected by several objects during a measurement (incident on drops of
rain, glass surfaces, edges etc.) with a maximum of up to five echoes, the echo filter can be
selected to give out only the first echo, all echoes or the last echo received (see
section 3.9.4 “Measured value output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes” on
page 36).

Particle filter
The particle filter can be used in dusty surroundings or in case of rain or snow to filter out
interference due to particles of dust, rain drops, snow flakes etc.

Important  The particle filter is an application filter. It acts on the field application, not on the
measured value output.
 Due to the particle filter, the reaction to an object in the evaluation field or an
infringement of the contour is delayed by the time for a scan. The response time set for
the pixel evaluation, blanking and contour evaluation strategies is not changed as a
result.

3.9.3 Measured value output

For the measured value output, the LMS5xx supplies measured values to one of the
interfaces. It is prerequisite for this data output that the LMS5xx is in the measurement
mode. There are two ways you can start the measurement mode:
 Start via SOPAS ET
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, BASIC PARAMETERS, area MEASUREMENT.
 Start via telegram (see telegram listing “LMS1xx/5xx and more”, part no. 8014631)

Recommendation After the measurement mode is started the LMS5xx needs a little time to reach status 7
(“measurement”). You should therefore query the status of the LMS5xx using the sRN
STlms telegram.
Then request measured data by using a telegram on the interface from which you want to
receive measured data. There are two possible ways of doing this:
 Exactly one measured value telegram can be requested using the sRN LMDscandata
telegram — the last scan measured is transferred.
 Measured data can be continuously requested using the sEN LMDscandata telegram —
measured data are then transferred until the measured value output is stopped using

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the sEN LMDscandata telegram.

Example of single measured value output

Measured value request

Measured value telegram output

Fig. 17: Measured value telegram request

1. Log in
Request
<STX>sMN SetAccessMode 03 F4724744<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sAN SetAccessMode <ETX>
2. Start measurement
Request
<STX>sMN LMCstartmeas<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sAN LMCstartmeas 0<ETX>
3. Log out and start the device
Request
<STX>sMN Run<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sAN Run 0<ETX>
4. Query measuring status
You must query the status until status 7 (“measurement”) is given in the reply.
Request
<STX>sRN STlms<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sRA STlms 7 0 8 00:00:00 8 01.0 1.06 0 0 0<ETX>

Important If the status is other than 7, you must send the request again.

5. Start the output of measured values for a single scan

Request
<STX>sRN LMDscandata<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sRA LMDscandata<ETX>
Depending on the type of error, the sensor may or may not stop measuring.

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Example of continuous measured value output

Measured value request

Output of the measured value telegrams

Stop the output

Fig. 18: Continuous measured value output

Recommendation If you are not certain that the scan data can be processed at the speed at which they are
output by the LMS5xx, you should only request the scan data for a single scan. The scan
counter in the measured value output can be used as an indication that processing is too
slow.
1. Log in
Request
<STX>sMN SetAccessMode 03 F4724744<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sAN SetAccessMode <ETX>
2. Start measurement
Request
<STX>sMN LMCstartmeas<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sAN LMCstartmeas 0<ETX>
3. Log out and start the device
Request
<STX>sMN Run<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sAN Run 0<ETX>
4. Query measuring status
You must query the status until status 7 (“measurement”) is given in the reply.
Request
<STX>sRN STlms<ETX>
LMS5xx answer
<STX>sRA STlms 7 0 8 00:00:00 8 01.0 1.06 0 0 0<ETX>
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5. Start continuous measured value output

The scan data are output until measured value output is ended.
Request
<STX>sEN LMDscandata 1<ETX>
LMS5xx confirmation
<STX>sEA LMDscandata 1<ETX>
LMS5xx answer continuously
<STX>sSN LMDscandata<ETX>
6. Stop continuous measured value output
Request
<STX>sEN LMDscandata 0<ETX>
LMS5xx confirmation
<STX>sEA LMDscandata 0<ETX>

3.9.4 Measured value output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes
The LMS5xx Lite series can measure up to 2, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty up to 5 reflected
pulses (echoes). The measured values can be output in the measured value telegram or
used in the field application according to the echo filter settings (see section 3.9.2 “Filter”
on page 33). Several echoes can be produced, e.g. if the LMS5xx sender pulse hits several
rain drops, fog, glass, etc. These conditions can reflect part of the energy hence creating
reflected pulses or echoes. Most of the sending pulse energy will continue to propagate and
will eventually reflect against the actual target object. The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty is able
to evaluate up to 5 received echoes.

t
Send pulse

Received echos

Fig. 19: Principle of operation of the measurement of the fifth received echo (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy
Duty)
If the echo filter is set to FIRST ECHO, the LMS5xx will only take the first echo into account
and ignore all following echoes.
With ALL ECHOES the sensor will receive up to 2 (Lite) or even 5 (PRO/Heavy Duty) echoes. It
will display all of them in the SOPAS monitor function and output all echo values received in
the measured value telegram (no values will be displayed as 0).
With the LAST ECHO setting, the LMS5xx will also receive up to 2 or 5 echoes, however it will
only display the last echo received and ignore all previous echoes. In the measured value
telegram it will output only one value.

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In bad weather conditions (rain/snow/fog), the LAST ECHO filter can produce better results
or actually make special applications possible such as measurement through a window.
Recommendation If measurement through a window is necessary, then a slight inclination of the window
versus the sensor (<> 90°) is recommended to avoid any direct reflections on the sensor
(mirror effect).

3.9.5 RSSI values

RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) is the measurement of power received by the
sensor. This value is generated for every measurement and has an arbitrary unit with a
logarithmic characteristic. The RSSI values have an 8-bit resolution, with integer values
from 1 to 255, where 1 is the weakest signal and 254 the strongest signal (e.g. with a
reflector). A value of 255 means “dazzled”. The value 0 (zero) means that the received
power was too low to generate a valid RSSI value. If there is a valid distance measurement
it has a minimum RSSI of 1.
Fig. 20 and Fig. 21 show the different approximate curves for the RSSI ranges of the HR and
SR variants depending on the object remission, with 10% being the lowest (black), and
100% the highest (white paper). The value of > 80,000% represents a reflector. This is the
reason why the resulting curve remains constantly at 254.
RSSI value Description
0 No signal
1-254 Valid measurement
255 Dazzled
Tab. 14: RSSI values

If the RSSI value is 0, then no distance measurement is possible. Two reasons are possible:
 Target object is out of range (> 80 m).
 Target object has an extremely low remission.
Please note that white paper (100%) at close range can give very similar values as a
reflector.

White (approx. 100 %)

Grey (approx. 50 %)
Black (approx. 10 %)
Reflector (> 80,000 %)
Max. signal
RSSI [digit]

Distance [m]

Fig. 20: Typical RSSI values HR

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White (approx. 100 %)

Grey (approx. 50 %)
Black (approx. 10 %)
Reflector (> 80,000 %)
Max. signal

RSSI [digit]

Distance [m]

Fig. 21: Typical RSSI values SR

The RSSI values may vary slightly between different devices and over the life time of the
sensor.
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3.10 Field application

With the aid of the integrated field application, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty evaluates up
to ten, the LMS5xx Lite up to four evaluation fields within its scan area. Using the field
application, you can e.g. implement systems for collision protection, for building
surveillance or for access monitoring.

10

Evaluation fields 3
2
1

Evaluation cases
 Evaluation field
 Evaluation strategy
 Output

1
2
3

10

Operator for the outputs &, 1… &, 1… &, 1…

OUT1 OUT2 Reserved output

Fig. 22: Principle of the field application

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty is adapted to the evaluation situation with the aid of up to ten,
the LMS5xx Lite of up to four evaluation cases. In the evaluation case, one of ten (four)
configurable evaluation fields, an evaluation strategy, an output and in somecircumstances
a combination of inputs that activate the evaluation case, are selected. An operator is
selected for each output; this operator determines the result on the output if more than one
evaluation case acts on the output.
In the example in Fig. 22, in evaluation case 1 evaluation field 1 is used, in evaluation
case 2 evaluation field 2 is used. Both evaluation cases act on the output OUT1. If an AND
operator is used for the results of the evaluation cases, then the output will only switch if
both evaluation cases are signalling an event.

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3.10.1 Evaluation cases

An evaluation case defines which output field is evaluated in which way and on which output
it acts. With the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty you can configure up to ten evaluation cases, the
LMS5xx Lite allows up to four evaluation cases. All configured evaluation cases are active
simultaneously.
For each evaluation case you configure in SOPAS ET:
 inputs that activate an evaluation case, if necessary
 the evaluation strategy
 the evaluation field
 the output on which the evaluation case acts
 the response time of the output
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, EVALUATION CASES.

Inputs
If the evaluation case is not to be permanently active, then you can configure an input
combination to activate the evaluation case.
Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Evaluation case
Low Low Low Low 1
Low Low Low High 2
Low Low High Low 3
Low Low High High 4
Low High Low Low 5
Low High Low High 6
Low High High Low 7
Low High High High 8
High Low Low Low 9
High Low Low High 10

Tab. 15: Input combination examples LMS5xx PRO1)

1) In SOPAS ET, the output state High is referred to as “Active high”. Similarly, the output state Low is referred to
as “Active low”.

Important An input combination can also be defined for several evaluation cases, e.g. two evaluation
cases will then be active simultaneously.
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Evaluation strategy
In SOPAS ET choose one of four possible evaluation strategies:
 Pixel evaluation
The LMS5xx evaluates the entire area of the field. Every single beam is considered in
the evaluation. If an object enters the field, this result is sent to the related output.
 Blanking
The LMS5xx evaluates the entire area of the field. However objects smaller than the
specified size will be ignored. An object is only detected if it is larger than the blanking
size configured.
 Contour
The LMS5xx evaluates the presence of a contour that must be permanently and com-
pletely in the evaluation field. As a result the LMS5xx can detect, e.g., that a door is
opening outwards or that the position of the LMS5xx is being changed. Also crawling
beneath a vertical evaluation field or the deflection of the laser beam by a mirror can
be detected.
Using blanking the lack of part of a contour can be blanked up to a certain size.
 I/O operator
Using the I/O operator evaluation strategy you can link the inputs of the LMS5xx with its
outputs (see section 3.11.6 “Logical operators for inputs and outputs” on page 46).

Response time
For the Pixel evaluation, Blanking and Contour evaluation strategies you must define a
response time. For the LMS5xx to detect an object using the Pixel evaluation or Blanking
evaluation strategy, the object must be detected in one place for at least the duration of the
response time. For the Contour evaluation strategy the contour infringement must be
detected in one place for at least the duration of the response time.

Manipulation prevention
If pixel evaluation is configured, glare may result in it no longer being possible for the
LMS5xx to monitor a field. If blanking is configured, small objects in the near range of the
LMS5xx can cause large shadows.
If you use evaluation fields at a distance from the LMS5xx, then the object or the object
erroneously measured due to glare is outside the evaluation field and will not be detected.

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To prevent this situation arising, you can configure the TAMPER PROTECTION option.

Light source

Evaluation field at a distance from

the LMS5xx

Area hidden by
Shading

glare

Object smaller than

blanking

Fig. 23: Protection against tampering due to shading and glare

The Manipulation prevention option switches the evaluation field if …
 an object that is smaller than or equal to the blanked object size is in front of the laser
output aperture on the LMS5xx for the configured response time for Manipulation
prevention.
 the LMS5xx is dazzled for longer than the configured response time for Manipulation
prevention.

Evaluation field
Choose one of the evaluation fields already configured for the evaluation case. Its shape
must match the evaluation strategy (see section 3.10.2 “Evaluation fields” on page 43).

Output
Choose one of the outputs for the evaluation case. If several evaluation cases act on an
output, you must define how the results of the evaluation cases are linked (see
section 3.10.3 “Operator for the evaluation cases on the output” on page 43).

Important The related output must be configured for “Application”.

Negating the result

By negating the result the field evaluation output is reversed. The output used is, e.g., then
switched if the evaluation field is clear or if the contour is not infringed.

Important Do not confuse the negation of the result with the setting active high/active low for the
outputs (see section 3.10.3 “Operator for the evaluation cases on the output” on page 43).

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3.10.2 Evaluation fields

With the aid of the integrated field application, you can configure up to ten evaluation fields
in the PRO version and up to four fields in the Lite version. The size and shape of these
evaluation fields can be configured almost entirely as required.

Evaluation field for contour monitoring

Rectangular evaluation
field at a distance from
the LMS5xx Polygon
evaluation field
ev Ro
alu ta
ati ted
on
Dynamic fie
evaluation field ld

LMS5xx
Measurement area
of the LMS5xx Outputs

Fig. 24: Examples of 4 different evaluation field shapes

The evaluation fields can be drawn using SOPAS ET to suit the needs of your application.
Evaluation fields can have the following properties:
 Polygon
 Rectangular
 Starting from the LMS5xx
 At a distance from the LMS5xx (“island field”)
 Dynamic, i.e. the length varies according to the speed measured using the encoder, see
section 3.11.2 “Encoder inputs” on page 44 (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty only)
You can configure the evaluation fields in SOPAS ET:
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, FIELDS.
If the area to be monitored changes, the field can be easily re-configured using the SOPAS
ET software.

3.10.3 Operator for the evaluation cases on the output

If several evaluation cases act on an output, you must define how the results of the
evaluation cases are linked. The related results can be linked using an AND or an OR
operator.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DIGITAL OUTPUTS.
The outputs are configured as active high in the pre-setting. You can configure the outputs
also as active low.

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Resetting an output
By default the outputs are reset immediately to the inactive state. You can configure a delay
of up to 10 s (e.g. to activate a horn or to send the output signal to a PLC).
Alternatively you can also reset the output using an input. The output is reset only when the
allocated input has the configured status.

3.11 Inputs and outputs

3.11.1 Digital switching inputs

The LMS5xx Lite has two, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty has four digital switching inputs.
These inputs can activate different evaluation cases (see section 3.10.1 “Evaluation cases”
on page 40). With the aid of the inputs, the outputs on the LMS5xx can also be reset (see
section “Resetting an output” on page 44).
On the LMS5xx Lite only IN1 can be used for activating evaluation cases.

3.11.2 Encoder inputs

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty has two encoder inputs (IN3 and IN4) which can be selected
via software.
With the aid of the encoder pulses, the size of so-called dynamic fields can be changed, e.g.,
for speed-dependent vehicle monitoring. The length of a dynamic field changes with the
speed measured, e.g. using an encoder.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DIGITAL INPUTS.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, INCREMENT CONFIGURATION.
When stationary (V = 0 m/s) the evaluation field is the same size as the basic field
configured. The size increases continuously with increasing speed up to the largest physical
size for the field at the maximum speed.

3.11.3 Digital switching outputs

The LMS5xx Lite has three, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty has six digital switching outputs.
The outputs can be used as digital switching outputs to ground or as floating outputs (see
section 6.5.5 “Wiring of inputs and outputs on the LMS5xx” on page 82).
The sensor will always show Device Ready, no matter whether the outputs are switched by
the field evaluation application or by the SOPAS ET telegrams.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DIGITAL OUTPUTS.
If an output is switched by the field evaluation application, the LMS5xx can signal evaluation
field infringements or contour infringements. For this purpose, configure in SOPAS ET which
evaluation case is to act on which output.

3.11.4 Relay outputs

The LMS531 Lite has two, the LMS531 PRO has four relay output. The outputs can be
configured to switch either to High or to Low if an object or a person is detected inside the
monitored field.
PROJECT TREE, LMS531, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, RELAY OUTPUTS.
The following configuration possibilities exist:

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Output Configured logic High Configured logic Low

Alarm output Relay closed Relay open
Error output Relay closed Relay open
Synchronization output VS Sensor present GND present
Tab. 16: LMS531 Lite/PRO: output status on field interruption
Alarm output R (PRO: pin 4 and pin 6, Lite: pin 3 and pin 4) can not be configured as it serves
as a reference output. PRO: pin 4 and pin 6 respectively Lite: pin 3 and pin 4 are internally
connected (0 ). See also section 6.5.5 “Wiring of inputs and outputs on the LMS5xx” on
page 82).

3.11.5 Synchronisation of several LMS5xx

Optical interference between two or more LMS5xx can occur if they have to be installed
within the same scanning plane (see section “LMS5xx with Weather protection hood (part
no. 2063050)” on page 60).
Several LMS5xx can be synchronized to avoid this type of interference. Through the SOPAS
software an LMS5xx can type-dependently be set and sychronized with other LMS5xx via
assigned outputs and inputs:

Variant Output (for master) Input (for slave)

LMS500 Lite Indoor Terminal 5: OUT Sync (OUT3) Terminal 7: IN Sync (IN4)
LMS500 PRO Indoor Terminal 26: OUT Sync (OUT6) Terminal 11: IN Sync (IN4)
LMS511 Lite Outdoor "I/O" connection "Data" connection
Pin 7: OUT Sync (OUT3) Pin 7: IN Sync (IN2)
LMS511 PRO Outdoor "I/O" connection "I/O" connection
Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6) Pin 8: IN Sync (IN4)
LMS511 Heavy Duty "I/O" connection "I/O" connection
Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6) Pin 8: IN Sync (IN4)
LMS581 PRO Outdoor "I/O" connection "I/O" connection
Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6) Pin 8: IN Sync (IN4)
Tab. 17: Overview: Assigned inutps and outputs for synchronization

Using the Synchronisation Phase value (range: –180 … +180°) in the SOPAS software each
Master-Slave link can be differentiated.
The synchronisation feature can also be used to increase the scanning frequency of an area
by placing several units over the same area and adjusting the phases to alternate scanning.

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3.11.6 Logical operators for inputs and outputs

With the help of an evaluation case the inputs and outputs on several LMS5xx can be linked
together (see section 3.10.1 “Evaluation cases” on page 40).

Evaluation case 2:
I/O operator
acts on output 1

Input 1: Output 1:
active low OR operator
for the evaluation cases 1 and 2

Evaluation case 1:
pixel evaluation acts on output 1

Protective fields on two LMS5xx

linked using I/O operator

Evaluation case 1:
pixel evaluation acts on output 1

Output 1:
active low

Fig. 25: Logical operators for inputs and outputs

In the example above output 1 on the LMS5xx at the bottom is connected to input 1 on the
LMS5xx at the top. An evaluation field infringement is therefore signalled at the input on the
LMS5xx at the top. This LMS5xx links the input to output 1 in its evaluation case 2. At the
same time, evaluation case 1 also acts on the LMS5xx at the top and its output 1. Using the
OR operator for the two results, evaluation field infringements on both LMS5xx are signalled
on output 1 on the LMS5xx at the top.

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3.12 Data interfaces

The LMS5xx has different data interfaces for the configuration and the transmission of
measured values.

Important  It is only possible to output all measured values of a scan in real-time using the Ethernet
interface.
 The data transmission rate of the RS­232/RS-422 interfaces is limited to 500 kBd.
Therefore these interfaces are not suitable for transmitting full scan data in real time.

3.12.1 Ethernet interface

The Ethernet interface has a data transmission rate of 10/100 Mbit/s. The interface is a
TCP/IP interface supporting full duplex and half duplex.
The Ethernet interface allows the configuration of the LMS5xx as well as the output of
measured values.
The factory setting for the Ethernet interface is as follows:
 IP address: 192.168.0.1
 subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
 TCP port: 2111

If necessary, adjust the TCP/IP configuration for the Ethernet interface to enable a
connected PC (client) to communicate with the LMS5xx via Ethernet: PROJECT TREE, LMS…,
NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, ETHERNET.

Important If you change the parameters for the Ethernet interface over the Ethernet interface, you
must first save the data in non-volatile memory in the LMS5xx and then restart the LMS5xx.
For this purpose there is the RESTART button in SOPAS ET.

You will find a description of the electrical interface in section 6.3 “Connections of the
LMS5xx” on page 67.

3.12.2 Serial host interface

The serial host interface is an RS-232/RS-422 interface. The host interface permits the
configuration of the LMS5xx and only limited measured value output.
The interface parameters are freely configurable:
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, SERIAL, area SERIAL HOST INTERFACE.
The factory setting for the host interface is as follows:
 57.6 kBd
 8 data bits
 1 stop bit
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Important If you change the parameters for the host interface over the host interface, the connection
to the device will be lost. In this case you must scan for the LMS5xx again in SOPAS ET (see
section 7.3.5 “Performing scan” on page 87).

You will find a description of the electrical interface in section 6.3 “Connections of the
LMS5xx” on page 67.

3.12.3 USB auxiliary interface

The mini-USB auxiliary interface permits the configuration of the LMS5xx.

Important For access to the LMS5xx via the USB interface the required USB driver must be installed
first on the PC. See section 3.1 “Delivery” on page 17.

Parameters can be changed via USB while the sensor is connected to another interface
such as RS or Ethernet to a host. Only the last changes saved in the configuration, either via
USB, RS or Ethernet, will be permanent.

3.13 Data communication using telegrams

The LMS5xx sends telegrams over the interfaces described above to communicate with a
connected host. The following functions can be run using telegrams:
 request for measured values by the host and subsequent output of the measured
values by the LMS5xx
 parameter setting by the host for the configuration of the LMS5xx
 parameters and status log querying by the host
The telegrams each comprise a frame (see section 3.13.1 “Frame and coding for the
telegrams” on page 48) and the data.
A detailed description of the different telegrams can be found in the telegram listing
“LMS1xx/5xx and more”, SICK part no. 8014631.

3.13.1 Frame and coding for the telegrams

The data frame varies depending on the coding.

Telegrams with ASCII coding (CoLa-A)

Frame Telegram Frame
Code STX Data ETX
Length (byte) 1 60 kB 1
Description Start of text character ASCII coded End of text character

Tab. 18: Frame for the telegrams with ASCII coding

The frame for the serial host interface can be configured in SOPAS ET: PROJECT TREE, LMS…,
INTERFACES, SERIAL, area SERIAL HOST INTERFACE.

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3.14 Planning

3.14.1 LMS5xx system requirements

For commissioning and operating the LMS5xx (without load on the switching outputs), the
following are required by the customer:
LMS5xx variant SELV supply voltage1) Power output of power unit
LMS500 Sensor: At least 24 W
DC 19.2 … 28.8 V
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 Sensor: At least 24 W
DC 19.2 … 28.8 V
Heating: Heating:
DC 19.2 … 28.8 V Additional 57 W (cyclic)
1) per IEC 60364­4­41 (VDE 0100, part 410)

Tab. 19: Required supply voltages and output power

 Data interface RS­232/RS-422, Ethernet and CAN (optional, in case several LMS5xx
are connected together in a network) (see also section 6.4.4 “General conditions for
the data interfaces” on page 75)
 PC with operating system Windows 2000™, Windows XP™, Windows Vista™ or Windows
7™ (see also section 7.2.1 “System requirements for SOPAS ET” on page 85)

3.14.2 Mounting requirements

The LMS5xx must be mounted as follows:
 robust
 as far as possible without shocks
 as far as possible without vibration
 protected from direct sunlight and heat sources

Mounting kits
The following mounting kits are available:
 Mounting kit 1: mounting bracket for mounting at the rear on wall or machine (see
Fig. 68 on page 109)
 Mounting kit 2: mounting bracket, only in conjunction with mounting bracket 1, cross-
wise adjustment possible (see Fig. 69 on page 110)
 Mounting kit 3: mounting plate, only in conjunction with mounting bracket 1 and 2,
lengthwise adjustment possible (see Fig. 70 on page 111)
 Mounting with the Heavy Duty mounting bracket (see Fig. 70 on page 111)

Risk of dysfunction due to overheating or dazzle!

Direct sunlight can increase in the temperature inside the LMS5xx in an inadmissible way.
 Mount the LMS5xx such that it is not exposed to direct sunlight (if necessary fit canopy
or protection hood), see section 5.2.10 “Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/
weather protection hood” on page 59).
 To avoid dazzling, do not orient the device toward reflective glass or stainless steel
surfaces. These may act as a mirror.

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3.14.3 Distance between LMS5xx and the object/surface to be monitored

The laser beam diverges with increasing distance from the LMS5xx. In the scan area the
floor or a wall may then be continuously detected, as the laser beam is incident on it.
Safety supplement
5 mm/m (0.06 in/ft)
Expanding laser beam

Optical axis

From 15 m (49.21 ft) continuous detection

Fig. 26: Increase in the size of the beam and safety supplement
The optical axis is used as the reference plane for the distance to be maintained from the
floor or the wall; on a vertically mounted LMS5xx this axis is approx. 116 mm (4.57 in) above
the bottom edge of the housing.
The distance-dependent increase in the size of the beam can be calculated using the
formula:
Beam diameter = distance (mm) × divergence + spot size on front screen
For the values please see Tab. 43: “Data sheet LMS5xx” on page 101.
The following table shows some example values:
Distance LMS5xx (HR) LMS5xx (SR)
5m 37 mm 73 mm
10 m 61 mm 133 mm
15 m 85 mm 192 mm
20 m 108 mm 252 mm
50 m 250 mm 609 mm
Tab. 20: Beam diameter on target (diagonal) at different distances from the LMS5xx

For the assessment of whether the laser beam can be incident on an object or the wall, the
distance of half the beam diameter from the optical axis is used.
Recommendation Take into account a safety supplement of approx. 5 mm per meter (0.06 in/ft).

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4 Transport and storage

4.1 Transport
For your own safety, please read and observe the following notes:

Damage to the LMS5xx due to improper transport!

 Package the device so that it is protected against collision and humidity.
 Recommendation: use the original packaging for optimal protection.
 Transport should be performed by trained specialist staff only.
 The utmost care and attention is required at all times during unloading and
transportation on company premises.
 Note the symbols on the packaging.
 Do not remove packaging until immediately before you start mounting.

4.2 Transport inspection

Upon receipt, please check the delivery for completeness and for any damage that may
have occurred in transit. In the case of transit damage that is visible externally, proceed as
follows:
 Do not accept the delivery or only do so conditionally.
 Note the scope of damage on the transport documents or on the transport company's
delivery note.
 File a complaint.

Important Complaints regarding defects should be filed as soon as these are detected. Damage
claims are only valid before the applicable complaint deadlines.

4.3 Storage
Store the LMS5xx under the following conditionsLMS5xx:
 Recommendation: use the original packaging.
 Do not store outdoors.
 Store in a dry area that is protected from dust.
 To ensure that any residual moisture present can escape, do not store the device in
airtight containers.
 Do not expose to any aggressive substances.
 Protect from sunlight.
 Avoid mechanical shocks.
 Storage ambient temperature range:
–40 °C to +70 °C (+70 °C max. 24 h)
 Relative humidity: max. 90%, non-condensing.
 For storage periods of longer than 3 months, check the general condition of all
components and packaging on a regular basis.

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5 Mounting

Claims under the warranty rendered void!

The housing of the LMS5xx is sealed. Type-dependent, the devices have a diffent quantity
of sealing stickers across their components. Claims under the warranty against SICK AG will
be rendered void if the screwed housing is opened and/or the seals are damaged.
The housing is only allowed to be opened by SICK authorized service personnel.
The only exception in this case is the process of replacing an LMS500 Lite/Pro Indoor or
LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor with an appropriate replacement device. Here, the system
connector is transferred from the existing device to the replacement device. See section 8.2
“Exchanging an LMS5xx” on page 91.

5.1 Overview of the mounting steps

 Selecting a mounting location for the LMS5xx
 Mounting and adjusting the LMS5xx

5.2 Preparations for mounting

5.2.1 Components to be mounted

 An LMS5xx, weight approx. 3.7 kg

5.2.2 Material and accessories necessary

 Optional Mounting kit or mounting kits with mounting material (not in the delivery)
or
 Optional protection hood or weather protection hood with mounting kit(s) (not in the
delivery)
or
 As an alternative if a fixing bracket is provided by the user
– Stable mounting bracket that provides adjustable alignment of the LMS5xx in the x
and y axis
– 4 M6 screws for the LMS5xx, screw length dependent on the wall thickness of the
mounting bracket used

5.2.3 Necessary tools

 4 M6 screws for mounting the SICK fixing bracket on the support, screw length as a
function of the wall thickness of the support
 tool set

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5.2.4 Select mounting location

Risk of dysfunction due to overheating or dazzle!

Direct sunlight on the LMS5xx can cause excessive temperature inside the sensor.
 Mount the LMS5xx in a dry and, where necessary, covered location so that it is
protected from moisture, dirt, damage, and direct sunlight. If necessary fit canopy or
protection hood. See section 5.2.10 “Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/
weather protection hood” on page 59.
 Avoid installing the LMS5xx in view of glass or stainless steel surfaces as they may act
as a mirror.

5.2.5 Mounting steps

 Mount the LMS5xx such that it is protected from moisture, dirt, damage and direct
sunlight.
 If necessary, use a protection hood when mounting the LMS5xx in indoor areas or use
a weather protection hood when mounting the LMS5xx in outdoor areas (optional
accessories). See section 5.2.10 “Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/weather
protection hood” on page 59.
 Ensure that the entire field of view of the LMS5xx is not restricted.
 Mount the device such that the indicators are easy to see.
 Always mount the LMS5xx so that there is still enough space for mounting and removing
the system connector or the connections.
 Avoid excessive shock and vibration loading on the laser measurement sensor.
 Pay attention to the maximum torque for the fixing screws on the LMS5xx:
– M6 on rear = max. 12 Nm
– M8 on side = max. 16 Nm
 Regularly check the tightness of the fixing screws.
 In applications with heavy vibration, prevent the fixing screws from coming loose by
using screw locking devices (see section 10.1 “Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement
sensor” on page 101).

The LMS5xx can be fastened in the following ways:

 Direct mounting without mounting kit
 Mounting with mounting kit 1 (part no. 2015623)
 Mounting with mounting kit 2 (part no. 2015624), only in conjunction with mounting
kit 1
 Mounting with mounting kit 3 (part no. 2015625), only in conjunction with mounting kits
1 and 2
 Mounting with mounting kit 4 (part no. 2020295)

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5.2.6 Direct mounting

The LMS5xx has four M6×8 threaded holes on the rear. Using them you can mount the
LMS5xx directly on the intended mounting surface.

M6×8

Fig. 27: Direct mounting

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.1
“Dimensional drawing LMS500” on page 107).

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5.2.7 Mounting with mounting kit 1

Using mounting kit 1 you can mount the LMS5xx on a mounting surface (wall, machine).

Mounting kit 1

Fixing screws

Threaded holes M8×9

Fig. 28: Mounting with mounting kit 1 (part no. 2015623)

1. Mount mounting kit 1 on the mounting surface.
2. Mount the LMS5xx on mounting kit 1.

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.3
“Dimensional drawings, mounting kits” on page 109).

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5.2.8 Mounting with mounting kit 2

Using mounting kit 2 (only in conjunction with mounting kit 1) you can align the LMS5xx in
two planes. The maximum adjustment angle is ±11° in both planes.

Mounting kit 2

Mounting kit 1

Fixing screws

Threaded holes M8×9

Fig. 29: Mounting with mounting kits 1 (part no. 2015623) and 2 (part no. 2015624)
1. Mount mounting kit 2 on the mounting surface.
2. Mount mounting kit 1 on mounting kit 2.
3. Mount the LMS5xx on mounting kit 1.
4. Adjust the LMS5xx longitudinally and crosswise.

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.3
“Dimensional drawings, mounting kits” on page 109).

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5.2.9 Mounting with mounting kit 3

Using mounting kit 3 (only in conjunction with mounting kits 1 and 2) you can mount the
LMS5xx such that the scan plane is parallel to the mounting surface. This enables stable
floor mounting or ensures that mounting kit 2 remains precisely adjustable crosswise on
uneven wall surfaces.

Mounting kit 3
Mounting kit 2

Mounting kit 1

Fixing screws

Threaded holes M8×9

Fig. 30: Mounting with mounting kits 1 (part no. 2015623), 2 (part no. 2015624) and 3 (part no.
2015625)
1. Mount mounting kit 3 on the mounting surface.
2. Mount mounting kit 2 on mounting kit 3.
3. Mount mounting kit 1 on mounting kit 2.
4. Mount the LMS5xx on mounting kit 1.
5. Adjust the LMS5xx longitudinally and crosswise.

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.3
“Dimensional drawings, mounting kits” on page 109).

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5.2.10 Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/weather protection hood

To protect the LMS5xx from glare, precipitation and direct sunlight when used outside, a
small protection hood (part no. 2056850) as well as a greater weather protection hood (part
no. 2063050 are available.
The protection hood/weather protection hood can be mounted on the LMS5xx in two
different positions depending on the orientation of the LMS5xx.
You will find detailed dimensions in section 10.3.4 “Dimensional drawings, weather
protection hoods” on page 112.

LMS5xx with protection hood (part no. 2056850)

Protection hood

LMS5xx

Fig. 31: Protection hood, upright orientation of the LMS5xx

Protection hood

LMS5xx

Fig. 32: Protection hood, upside down orientation of the LMS5xx

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LMS5xx with Weather protection hood (part no. 2063050)

(1) (2) (3) (4)

(1) Weather protection hood

(2) LMS5xx
(3) Mounting kit 1
(4) Mounting kit 2

Fig. 33: Weather protection hood, upright orientation of the LMS5xx

For mounting the LMS5xx in combination with the weather protection hood, mounting kit 1
and 2 are required.

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5.2.11 Using multiple LMS5xx laser measurement sensors

Risk of interference on the LMS5xx!

Sources with a wavelength of 905 nm may cause interference if they act directly on the
LMS5xx.

The LMS5xx is designed in such a way that mutual interference between several sensors is
unlikely. To completely exclude erroneous switching, we recommend mounting the laser
measurement sensors as shown in the following examples.
Use mounting kits 1 to 3 to adjust the laser measurement sensors to different angles.

Correct placement of several LMS5xx

Arrange or shield several LMS5xx such that the laser beam cannot be received by a different
LMS5xx.

Fig. 34: Placement of two LMS5xx opposed to each other

Fig. 35: Crosswise placement of two LMS5xx

Fig. 36: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset

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Fig. 37: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset, one of these upside down

Fig. 38: Placement of two LMS5xx upside down, parallel offset

Fig. 39: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset, one of these upside down

5.3 Dismanteling the system

1. Switch off the supply voltage.
2. LMS500:
Loosen and remove the system connector.
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581:
Remove all connection cables.
3. Undo the mounting screws for the LMS5xx to the mounting bracket and remove the
device.

Important On final decommissioning, please observe the disposal requirements in section 8.3.1
“Disposal” on page 95 for environmentally correct disposal.

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Only authorized personnel are allowed to perform the electrical installation work.
 Do not open the housing of the device.
Only on LMS500 (indoor variant), remove temporarily the system connector on the back
of device for connecting cable leads to the internal terminal blocks.
Exception: When replacing an LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor, this is also permitted, see
section 8.2.1 “Replacement of LMS500 Lite/PRO or LMS511 Heavy Duty using the
former system connector (parameter cloning)” on page 92.
 Observe the current safety regulations when working on electrical systems.
Switch the entire machine/system offline!
The machine/system could inadvertently start up while you are connecting the device.
 Ensure that the entire machine/system is disconnected during the electrical
installation.

6.1 Overview of the installation steps

 Wire the switching inputs and outputs (application-dependent).
 Temporarily connect PC (configuration).
 Wire data interface for operation.
 Connect the supply voltage to the LMS5xx.

6.2 Conditions for safe operation of the LMS5xx in an installation

The LMS5xx is connected to the peripheral devices (power supply, encoder, PLC/host, if
applicable other LMS5xx, etc.) by using shielded cables (Fig. 40). The shield of each cable
is connected to the metal housing of the LMS5xx via the system connector.
The device can be grounded via the fixing brackets of the mounting sets or via the shield of
e.g. the power supply cable.
If the peripheral devices have metal housings and if the cable shield also is connected to
their housings, it is assumed that all devices involved in the installation have the same
ground potential.
This is achieved for instance by fulfilling the following conditions:
 Mounting the devices on conductive metal surfaces
 Correctly grounding the devices/metal surfaces in the system
 A low-impedance and stable current carrying equipotential bonding between areas with
different ground potentials, if necessary

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If these conditions are not met, e.g. on devices in a widely distributed system over several
buildings, potential equalization currents may, due to different ground potentials, flow along
the cable shields between the devices.

Power
PLC LMS5xx
supply

I
Closed current loop with equalizing
currents via cable shield

= Metal housing
Grounding point 1 U Grounding point 2
= Shielded electrical cable
Grounding potential difference

Fig. 40: Currents in the cable shields due to differences in ground potential
Due to insufficient ground potential equalization, voltage differences arise between the
grounding points 1 and 2. The current loop closes via the shielded cables and the housings.

Risk of injury/risk of damage via electrical current!

Potential equalization currents between the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices can have
the following effects:
 Dangerous voltages on the metal housing, e.g of the LMS5xx
 Incorrect function or irreparable damage to the devices
 Damage/irreparable damage of the cable shield due to heating and cable fires
 Where local conditions are unfavorable and thus do not meet conditions for a safe
earthing method (same ground potential at all grounding points), take measures from
the following explanations.

Remedial measures
The most common solution to prevent potential equalization currents on cable shields is to
ensure low-impedance and stable current carrying equipotential bonding. If this is not pos-
sible the following two solution approaches serve as a suggestion.

Important It is not advisable to open up the cable shields. This would mean that the EMC limit values
can no longer be complied with and the safe operation of the device data interfaces can no
longer be guaranteed.

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a) Measures for widely distributed system installations

On widely distributed system installations with correspondingly large potential differences,
we recommend setting up local islands and connecting them using commercially available
electro-optical signal converters. This measure achieves a high degree of resistance to elec-
tromagnetic interference while at the same time complying with all the requirements of
IEC 61010-1:2010-06.
Fig. 41 shows the function of this measure.

Electro- Electro-
PLC optical optical LMS5xx
converter converter

U
Grounding point 1 Grounding point 2
Grounding potential difference

= Metal housing
= Shielded electrical cable
= Fiber optic cable

Fig. 41: Use of electro-optical signal converters

The ground loop is opened by using the electro-optical signal converters between the
islands. Within the local islands, a stable equipotential bonding prevents equalizing
currents from occurring at the cable shields.

b) Measures for small system installations

For smaller installations with small potential differences, the insulated installation of the
LMS5xx and the peripheral devices can be a sufficient solution.
Fig. 42 shows the function of this measure.

Power
PLC LMS5xx
supply

Electrically insulated

Grounding point 1 U Grounding point 2 Grounding point 3

Grounding potential difference = Metal housing

= Shielded electrical cable

Fig. 42: Insulated assembly of the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices (sample)

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Ground loops are, even in the event of large differences in the ground potential, effectively
prevented. This means that equalizing currents cannot occur anymore via the cable shield
and the metal housing.

Important The power supply of the LMS5xx and the connected peripheral devices must also guarantee
the required level of insulation.

Under certain circumstances, a tangible potential can develop between the insulated metal
housings and the local ground potential.

Swedisch
Varning och åtjärder
Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag och/eller via annan utrustning
och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV nät kan i vissa fall medfora risk for brand.
 For att undvika detta skall vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät galvanisk
isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet.

Norwegian
Advarsel og tiltaker
Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via annet jordtilkoplet utstyr
– og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan forårsake brannfare.
 For å unngå dette skal det ved tilkopling av utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en
galvanisk isolator mellom utstyret og kabel-TV nettet.

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6.3 Connections of the LMS5xx

Depending on the variant, the LMS5xx has different connections:

All variants:
USB:
 Mini USB connector on the front of the unit for connection to the USB interface on a PC.
The USB interface is only used for configuration and is not allowed to be permanently
connected.
 Before connecting the device to the PC install the required USB driver for using the USB
interface. The USB driver can be downloaded from the online product page:
http://www.sick.com/lms5xx
Ethernet:
 4-pole round M12 plug-in connector for the connection to Ethernet.

Indoor variants:

LMS500 Lite/PRO
The LMS500 Lite/PRO Lite Indoor has a removable system connector. This has two M16
screw type cable entries on the top. The wires of the cables have to be connected to the
both type-dependent screw type terminals in the system connector.

Outdoor variants:

LMS511 Lite/PRO
 The LMS511 Lite Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 8-pole
round M12 plug-in connectors.
 The LMS511 PRO Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 12-
pole round M12 plug-in connectors.
 The LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor has also a removable system connector, but only for
the purpose of replacing a device. The connector has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in
connector and two 12-pole round M12 plug-in connectors.
The connections are made to the related male connectors or female connectors of the
cables.

LMS531 Lite/PRO Security

 The LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two
8-pole round M12 plug-in connectors.
 The LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and
two 12-pole round M12 plug-in connectors.
The connections are made to the related male connectors or female connectors of the
cables.

LMS581 PRO
 The LMS581 PRO Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 12-
pole round M12 plug-in connectors.
The connections are made to the related male connectors or female connectors of the
cables.

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6.3.1 Connections of the LMS500

LMS500 Lite and PRO Indoor: "Ethernet" connection on the system connector
Pin Signal Function
2 3 1 TX+ Transmitter+
2 Rx+ Receiver+
1 4 3 TX– Transmitter–
4 Rx– Receiver–
Tab. 21: LMS500 Lite and PRO Indoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12 female connector, D-coded)

LMS500 Lite Indoor: "Power/Data/I/O" connection in the system connector

Terminal Signal Function
1 VS Power supply sensor
2 GND Ground sensor
3 OUT1 Switching output 1
4 OUT2 Switching output 2
5 OUT3 / OUT Sync Switching output 3 / Output Synchronization
6 IN1 Switching input 1
7 IN Sync Input Synchronization
8 GND IN /IN Sync Ground input 1 / Input Synchronization
9 VS OUT Power supply switching outputs
10 GND VS OUT Ground power supply switching outputs
11 TD+ Transmitter RS-422/RS-232
12 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232
13 GND RS Ground RS-422/RS-232
14 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232
15 RD+ Receiver RS-422/RS-232
16 Shield RS Shield RS-422/RS-232

Tab. 22: LMS500 Lite Indoor: Terminal assignment of the “Power/Data/I/O” connection (2 x terminal blocks, 8-pole)

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LMS500 PRO Indoor: "Power/Data/I/O" connection in the system connector

Terminal Signal Function
1 VS Power supply sensor
2 GND Ground sensor
3 OUT1 Switching output 1
4 OUT2 Switching output 2
5 OUT3 Switching output 3
6 IN1 Switching input 1
7 IN2 Switching input 2
8 GND IN1/2 Ground inputs 1 and 2
9 GND IN3/4/IN Sync Ground inputs 3 and 4 / Input Synchronization
10 IN3 Switching input 3
11 IN4/IN Sync Switching input 4 / Input Synchronization
12 OUT4 Switching output 4
13 OUT5 Switching output 5
14 VS OUT Power supply switching outputs
15 GND VS OUT Ground power supply switching outputs
16 TD+ Transmitter RS-422
17 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232
18 GND RS Ground RS-422/RS-232
19 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232
20 RD+ Receiver RS-422
21 Shield RS Shield RS-422/RS-232
22 Shield CAN Shield CAN bus
23 CAN H CAN bus high
24 GND CAN Ground CAN bus
25 CAN L CAN bus low
26 OUT6/OUT Sync Switching output 6 / Output Synchronization

Tab. 23: LMS500 PRO Indoor: Terminal assignment of the “Power/Data/I/O” connection (2 x terminal blocks, 13-pole)

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6.3.2 Connections of the LMS511, LMS581 and LMS511 Heavy Duty

LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO, LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Power” connection
Pin Signal Function
2 1 1 VS Power supply sensor
2 VS heat. Power supply heating
5 3 GND Ground sensor
3 4 4 Reserved Do not use!
5 GND heat. Ground heating
Tab. 24: LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Power” connection (5-pin M12
male connector, A-coded)

LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: "Ethernet" connection
Pin Signal Function
2 3 1 TX+ Transmitter+
2 Rx+ Receiver+
1 4 3 TX– Transmitter–
4 Rx– Receiver–
Tab. 25: LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12
female connector, D-coded)

LMS511 Lite Outdoor: “Data” connection

Pin Signal Function
1 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232
2 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232
3 RD+ Receiver RS-422
4 TD+ Transmitter RS-422
5 GND RS Ground RS-422/RS-232
6 Reserved Do not use!
7 IN Sync Input Synchronization
8 GND IN Sync Ground Synchronization
Tab. 26: LMS511 Lite Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Data” connection (8-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS511 Lite Outdoor: “I/O” connection

Pin Signal Function
1 IN1 Switching input 1
2 Reserved Do not use!
3 GND IN1 Ground Switching input 1
4 OUT1 Switching output 1
5 OUT2 Switching output 2
6 OUT3 /OUT Sync Switching output 3 / Output Synchronization
7 GND OUT 1 ...3 Ground Switching output 1 ... 3/ Synchronization
8 VS OUT Power supply switching outputs
Tab. 27: LMS511 Lite Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “I/O” connection (8-pin M12 female connector, A-coded)

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LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: “Data” connection
Pin Signal Function
1 VS OUT Power supply switching outputs 1 and 2
2 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232
3 OUT1 Switching output 1
4 GND RS, CAN GND RS-422/RS-232/CAN
3 2
11 5 OUT2 Switching output 2
4 1
6 Reserved Do not use!
5 10
9 7 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232
6
8 8 Reserved Do not use!
7 12
9 RD+ Receiver RS-422
10 TD+ Transmitter RS-422
11 CAN L CAN bus low
12 CAN H CAN bus high
Tab. 28: LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Data” connection (12-pin M12 male
connector, A-coded)

LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: “I/O” connection
Pin Signal Function
1 VS OUT Power supply switching outputs 3 to 6
2 GND IN1/2 Ground inputs 1 and 2
3 IN1 Switching input 1
2 3
11 4 GND IN3/4/IN Sync Ground inputs 3 and 4 / input Synchronization
1 4
5 IN2 Switching input 2
10 5
9 6 IN3 Switching input 3
6
8 7 GND OUT 3 ... 6 Ground outputs 3 to 6
12 7
8 IN4/IN Sync Switching input 4 / Input Synchronization
9 OUT3 Switching output 3
10 OUT4 Switching output 4
11 OUT5 Switching output 5
12 OUT6/OUT Sync Switching output 6 / Output Synchronization
Tab. 29: LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “I/O” connection (12-pin M12 female
connector, A-coded)

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6.3.3 Connections of the LMS531 Security Outdoor

LMS531 Lite und PRO Security Outdoor: “Power” connection

Pin Signal Function
2 1 1 VS Power supply sensor
2 VS heat. Power supply heating
5 3 GND Ground sensor
3 4 4 Reserved Do not use!
5 GND heat. Ground heating
Tab. 30: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Power” connection (5-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS531 Lite und PRO Security Outdoor: “Ethernet” connection

Pin Signal Function
2 3 1 TX+ Transmitter+
2 RX+ Receiver+
1 4 3 TX– Transmitter–
4 RX– Receiver–
Tab. 31: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12 female connector, D-coded)

LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: “Inputs” connection

Pin Signal Function
1 A/DA (IN1) Armed/Disarmed (Switching input 1)
2 WT (IN2) Walk Test (Switching input 2)
3 Reserved Do not use!
4 Reserved Do not use!
5 Reserved Do not use!
6 Reserved Do not use!
7 IN 3 Input 3 (Switching input 3)
8 GND IN Ground all inputs
Tab. 32: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Inputs” connection (8-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: “Alarm” connection

Pin Signal Function
1 Alarm A Alarm output (relay), contact A
2 Alarm B Alarm output (relay), contact B
3 Alarm R A Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact A
4 Alarm R B Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact B
5 Error A Error output (relay), contact A
6 Error B Error output (relay), contact B
7 Sab Sabotage output
8 GND Sab Ground Sabotage output
Tab. 33: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Alarm” connection (8-pin M12 female connector, A-coded)

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Pin Signal Funktion
1 A/DA (IN1) Armed/Disarmed (Switching input 1)
2 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232
3 GND IN Ground all inputs
4 GND RS/CAN Ground RS-422/RS-232/CAN
3 2
11 5 D/N (IN3) Day/Night (Switching input 3)
4 1
6 WT (IN2) Walk Test (Switching input 2)
5 10
9 7 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232
6
8 8 TEACH (IN4) EasyTeach (Switching input 4)
7 12
9 RD+ Receiver RS-422
10 TD+ Transmitter RS-422
11 CAN L CAN bus low
12 CAN H CAN bus high
Tab. 34: LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Inputs” connection (12-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: “Alarm” connection

Pin Signal Funktion
1 Alarm A Alarm output (relay), contact A
2 Sab A Sabotage output (relay), contact A
3 Alarm B Alarm output (relay), contact B
2 3 4 Alarm R A Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact A
11
1 4
5 Error A Error output (relay), contact A
10 5
9
6 Alarm R B Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact B
6
8 7 Disq. A Disqualification output (relay), contact A
12 7
8 Error B Error output (relay), contact B
9 Sab B Sabotage output (relay), contact B
10 Disq. B Disqualification output (relay), contact B
11 Sab R A Sabotage output , resistor monitored, contact A
12 Sab R B Sabotage output , resistor monitored, contact B
Tab. 35: LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Alarm” connection (12-pin M12 female connector, A-coded)

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6.4 Preparing the electrical installation

6.4.1 SELV Supply voltage

For commissioning and operating the LMS5xx, the following are required:
 LMS5xx: SELV Supply voltage 19.2 to 28.8 V DC as per IEC 60364­4­41
The LMS5xx draws the following power:
 LMS5xx: power consumption without output load: typical 22 W, maximum 25 W
 LMS5xx: power consumption with output load: typical 46 W, maximum 50 W
 LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: additional power consumption of heating: typical 55 W,
maximum 65 W

Power supply unit

Risk of electrical shock!

The output circuit of the power supply must be safely electrically isolated from the input
circuit. This feature is normally provided by a safety transformer in accordance with IEC 742
(VDE 0551).
 Only use a safety transformer to generate the power supply voltage.

6.4.2 Wire cross-sections

 Wire all connections with copper cables!
 Use the following wire cross-sections:
Connection of Cross-section
Supply voltage At least 0.25 mm2 (approx. 24 AWG), if local power supply in the
immediate vicinity
At least 1.0 mm2 (approx. 18 AWG) at maximum length of 20 m, if the
connection is made to an existing 24 V DC supply
Switching outputs Minimum 0.25 mm2 (approx. 24 AWG), maximum cable length 50 m
with 0.5 mm2 (approx. 22 AWG)
Data interfaces Minimum 0.25mm2 (approx. 24 AWG)
Tab. 36: Required wire cross-sections

 For the LMS500 the outside diameter of the common cable must be a maximum of
9 mm due to the cable entry.
 All communication cables must be twisted and shielded.

6.4.3 Length of the spare cable on the system connector

Recommendation Perform a suitable length of the spare cable for the incomming cables on the system
connector. The spare cable enables you to change the LMS5xx with ease if necessary.
The length of the spare cable should be such that the system connector cannot
inadvertently be plugged into a neighboring LMS5xx! In this way you avoid the inadvertent
connection of the system connector to a neighboring LMS5xx and operation of an LMS5xx
with an incorrect configuration. From experience 200 to 300 mm spare cable at the LMS5xx
have proven to be adequat.

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Screw terminal strips of the LMS500 Lite/PRO Indoor

Cable type Minimum cross section Maximum cross section
Flexible wires (finely stranded 0.14 mm² (AWG 26) 1 mm² (AWG 18)
conductor)
Rigid wires (one conductor) 0.14 mm² (AWG 26) 1.5 mm² (AWG 16)
Flexible wires (finely stranded 0.25 mm² (AWG 24) 0.5 mm² (AWG 22)
conductor) with ferrule
Tab. 37: Cross section specification of the LMS500 terminal strips

Important If you use flexible connecting cables with stranded wire to connect to the terminals on the
LMS5xx you must not use any ferrules.

6.4.4 General conditions for the data interfaces

The table below shows the recommended maximum length of cable as a function of the
data transmission rate selected.
Interface type Transmission rate Maximum cable length
RS­232 115.2 kBd 2m
38.4 … 57.6 kBd 3m
Max. 19.2 kBd 10 m
RS-422 Max. 115.2 kBd 500 m
Max. 38.4 kBd 1,200 m
Tab. 38: Maximum cable lengths for the data interfaces
Important  Use screened cable (twisted-pair) with at least 0.25 mm² (approx. 24 AWG).
 To prevent interference, do not lay data cable in parallel with power supply and motor
cables over a long run, e.g. in cable ducts.

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6.5 Perform electrical installation on the LMS5xx

Risk of tripping due to cables! Risk of damage to the cables!

Exposed cables on the floor in areas used by people can cause danger.
 Lay all cables such that there is no risk of tripping and all cables are protected against
damage.

6.5.1 Equipment
 Ttool set
 Digital multimeter (current/voltage measurement)

6.5.2 Connection on the USB auxiliary interface and the Ethernet interface of the
LMS5xx
Pre-assembled cables are available to configure the LMS5xx via the USB auxiliary interface
and via the Ethernet interface.

PC

DC 24 V
male connector male connector

USB (Mini-B), Part no. 6042517, 3 m USB,

4-pin 4-pin

LMS5xx

Fig. 43: LMS5xx: USB connection at the auxiliary interface

PC
DC 24 V
male connector male connector

M12×4-pin Part no. 6034415, 5 m RJ­45

Part no. 6030928, 10 m 8-pin
Part no. 6036158, 20 m

LMS5xx

Fig. 44: LMS5xx: Ethernet connection using the Ethernet cable

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6.5.3 LMS500: Wiring the system connector

Reduced enclosure rating IP!

If the system connector is removed, the LMS500 is no longer compliant with the enclosure
rating IP 65.
 To prevent damage due to the entry of moisture and dirt, only open the system
connector in dry, clean surroundings.
 If necessary, pre-wire and fit the system connector in suitable surroundings.
Prerequisites on the device for enclosure rating IP 65
 The system connector is plugged on the device, its two screws are tightended.
 The cables in the cable entries have a suitable outside diameter and are fixed by the
lock nuts. If a cable entry is not used, it must be fitted with a blind plug that is fixed by
the lock nut (as in the delivery condition).
 The cable plugged into the M12 round plug-in connection (Ethernet) is screwed tight.
If the conncetion is not used, it must be fitted with a protective plug that is screwed tight
(as in the delivery condition).
 The black, round cover of the USB auxiliary interface ("USB" connection) on the front is
screwed tight.

1. Ensure the power supply to which the LMS500 is connected is switched off.
2. Remove the system connector on the backside of the device. For this purpose undo the
two fixing screws (Fig. 10.3.1 on page 107) and pull the system connector carefully off
the device upwards.
3. The M16 cable entry (metal) has an earth connection to the device. If a screened
connection cable is used, as necessary connect the screen braid on the cable to the
cable entry. For this purpose, shorten the screen braid as appropriate before
assembling the cable entry and fit over the plastic insert for the cable entry.
4. Undo the fitting for the M16 cable entry.
5. Pull the cable for supply voltage and switching outputs with maximum outside diameter
 10 mm through the plastic insert for the M16 cable entry.
6. Connect electrically isolated wires to the both terminal blocks.
7. If necessary, connect screen braid on the cable to the cable entry.
8. Fit M16 cable entry fitting and tighten.
9. Carefully re-fit the system connector to the LMS500.
10. Tighten the fixing screws for the system connector.

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6.5.4 LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: Connecting the round M12 plug-in connectors

Prerequisites on the device for enclosure rating IP 67

 The system connector is plugged on the device, its two screws are tightended.
 The device is only connected on the M12 plug-in connectors provided for this purpose.
 Only use round plug-in connectors that are compliant with enclosure rating IP 67.
 The cables plugged into the M12 round plug-in connections must be screwed tight. Any
electrical connections that are not being used must be fitted with protective caps or
plugs that are screwed tight (as in the delivery condition).
 The black, round cover of the USB auxiliary interface ("USB" connection) on the front is
screwed tight.

Pre-assembled cables are available as accessories for the connection to the round M12
plug-in connectors. These comprise the round plug-in connector and 5 m, 10 m or 20 m of
cable with flying leads.

Connection of the voltage supply on the LMS511/LMS531/LMS581

Pre-assembled cables with flying leads are available for the supply to the LMS511/
LMS531/LMS581.

Brown = VS
Female connector White = VS heat.

Part no. 6036159, 5 m

M12× Part no. 6042565, 10 m Blue or yellow = GND
5-pin Part no. 6042564, 20 m
Black or green = GND heat.

LMS511/LMS531/
LMS581

Fig. 45: LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: connection of the voltage supply

On the connection cables part no. 6036159, part no. 6042565 and part no. 6042564 the
wires for GND and GND heating are either blue and black or yellow and green.
The connection cables require the following minimum voltages at the open cable end:
 Part no. 6036159, 5 m: 19.2 V
 Part no. 6042565, 10 m: 19.7 V
 Part no. 6042564, 20 m: 21.4 V

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LMS511 Lite: “Data” connection

Blue = IN Sync
Red = GND IN Sync
Green = RD+ (RS-422)
Female connector
M12×8-pin White = RD–/RxD (RS-422/
RS-232)
Part no. 6036153, 5 m Grey = GND (RS-422/RS-232)
Part no. 6028420, 10 m
Part no. 6036154, 20 m Pink = NC (do not use)
Yellow = TD+ (RS-422)
LMS511 Lite Brown = TD–/TxD (RS-422/
RS-232)

Fig. 46: LMS511 Lite: “Data” connection

LMS511 Lite: “I/O” connection

Blue = GND OUT 1 ... 3

Red = VS OUT
White = IN1
Male connector
M12×8-pin Green = GND IN1

Part no. 6036155, 5 m Yellow = OUT1

Part no. 6036156, 10 m
Part no. 6036157, 20 m Grey = OUT2
Pink = OUT3/OUT Sync
LMS511 Lite Brown = NC (do not use)

Fig. 47: LMS511 Lite: “I/O” connection

LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “Data” connection

Brown = VS OUT
Blue = RD–/RxD (RS-422/232)
White = OUT1
Green = GND RS-422/232/CAN
Female connector Pink = OUT2
M12×12-pin Yellow = NC (do not use)

Part no. 6042735, 5 m Black = TD–/TxD (RS-422/232)

Part no. 6042736, 10 m
Part no. 6042737, 20 m Grey = NC (do not use)
Red = RD+ (RS-422)
LMS511PRO/Heavy Duty Violet = TD+ (RS-422)
LMS581 PRO Grey+pink = CAN bus low
Red+blue = CAN bus high

Fig. 48: LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “Data” connection

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LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “I/O” connection

Brown = VS OUT 3 ... 6

Blue = GND IN1/2
White = IN1
Green = GND IN3/4
Pink = IN2
Male connector
M12×12-pin Yellow = IN3

Part no. 6042732, 5 m

Part no. 6042733, 10 m Black = GND OUT3 ... 6
Part no. 6042734, 20 m Grey = IN4/IN Sync
Red = OUT3
LMS511PRO/Heavy Duty Violet = OUT4
LMS581 PRO Grey+pink = OUT5
Red+blue = OUT6/OUT Sync

Fig. 49: LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “I/O” connection

LMS531 Lite Security: “Inputs” connection

Blue = IN3
Red = GND IN
Green = Reserved
Female connector
M12×8-pin White = A/DA (IN1)

Part no. 6036153, 5 m Grey = Reserved

Part no. 6028420, 10 m
Part no. 6036154, 20 m Pink =Reserved
Yellow = Reserved
LMS531 Lite Brown = WT (IN2)
Security

Fig. 50: LMS531 Lite Security: “Inputs” connection

LMS531 Lite Security: “Alarm” connection

Blue = Sab
Red = GND Sab
White = Alarm A
Male connector
M12×8-pin Green = Alarm R A

Part no. 6036155, 5 m Yellow = Alarm R B

Part no. 6036156, 10 m
Part no. 6036157, 20 m Grey = Error A
Pink = Error B
LMS531 Lite Brown = Alarm B
Security

Fig. 51: LMS531 Lite Security: “Alarm” connection

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LMS531 PRO Security: “Inputs” connection

Brown = A/DA (IN1)

Blue = RD–/RxD (RS-422/232)
White = GND IN
Green = GND RS-422/232/CAN
Dose Pink = D/N (IN3)
M12×12-polig Yellow = WT (IN2)

Part no. 6042735, 5 m Black = TD–/TxD (RS-422/

Part no. 6042736, 10 m 232)
Part no. 6042737, 20 m Grey = TEACH (IN4)
Red = RD+ (RS-422)
LMS531 PRO Violet = TD+ (RS-422)
Security Grey+pink = CAN-Bus low
Red+blue = CAN-Bus high

Fig. 52: LMS531 PRO Security: “Inputs” connection

LMS531 PRO Security: “Alarm” connection

Brown = Alarm A
Blue = Sab A
White = Alarm B
Green = Alarm R A
Pink = Error A
Stecker
M12×12-polig Yellow = Alarm R B

Part no. 6042732, 5 m

Part no. 6042733, 10 m Black = Disq. A
Part no. 6042734, 20 m Grey = Error B
Red = Sab A
LMS531 PRO Violet = Disq. B
Security Grey +pink = Sab R A
Red+blue = Sab R B

Fig. 53: LMS531 PRO Security: “Alarm” connection“

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6.5.5 Wiring of inputs and outputs on the LMS5xx

Connecting digital inputs as non-floating

VS = DC 19.2 … 28.8 V

External switch
IN1

GND IN1

GND
LMS5xx

Fig. 54: Connecting digital inputs as non-floating

Connecting digital inputs as floating

IN1
External signal source
UIN = 11 V … 30 V GND IN1

LMS5xx

Fig. 55: Connecting digital inputs as floating

Important The inputs require a switching voltage of at least 11 V. For this reason the supply voltage
must be at least 11 V.

Wiring encoder inputs (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty only)

VS encoder

0° INC1 IN3

90° INC2 IN4

GND GND
LMS5xx

Fig. 56: Wiring encoder inputs

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Input circuit IN1 to IN4

IN1 ... IN4

GND IN
LMS5xx

Fig. 57: Input circuit IN1 to IN4

Connection of the outputs of the LMS5xx to a PLC

VS OUT1/2

OUT1 + 2
I max = 250 mA

LMS5xx PLC

Fig. 58: Connection of the outputs 1 or 2 to a PLC (active low)

VS OUT3 ... 6

OUT3 ... 6
I max = 100 mA

GND VS OUT
LMS5xx
PLC

Fig. 59: Connection of the outputs 3 ... 6 to a PLC (active high)

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Connection of the outputs of the LMS531 Security to an alarm system

Alarm A

Alarm B

Alarm R A
0 Alarm R B

LMS531 Security Alarm system

Fig. 60: Resistance-monitored connection of the outputs of the LMS531 Security to an alarm
system

Wiring of the RS­232 or RS-422 interface

A shielded cable is required for the wiring of the RS-232 or the RS-422 interface.
 Pay attention to the max. cable length as per section 6.4.4 “General conditions for the
data interfaces” on page 75.

RxD TxD

LMS5xx TxD RxD Host

GND GND

RS-232

RD+ TD+
RD– TD–
LMS5xx TD+ RD+ Host
TD– RD–
GND GND

RS-422

Fig. 61: Wiring of the RS­232 or RS­422 interface

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7 Commissioning and configuration

Danger due to incorrect commissioning and configuration!

Commissioning requires a thorough check by qualified personnel!
Before you operate a system equipped with the LMS5xx for the first time, make sure that
the system is first checked and approved by qualified personnel. On this issue, observe the
notes in chapter 2 “For your safety” on page 9.

Commissioning, configuration and diagnostics are carried out using the SOPAS ET
configuration software supplied.

7.1 Overview of the commissioning steps

 Install SOPAS ET configuration software.
 Establish communication with the LMS5xx.
 Create a customer specific parameter set using SOPAS ET, save in non-volatile memory
in the LMS5xx and on the PC.
 Test the LMS5xx for correct function.

7.2 SOPAS ET configuration software

The interactive configuration is carried out using SOPAS ET. Using this configuration
software, you can configure and test the measurement properties, the analysis behaviour
and the output properties of the system as required. The configuration data can be saved
as a parameter set (project file) on the PC and archived.
Help for the program user interface as well as for the different options can be found in
SOPAS ET:
 menu HELP, HELP F1: comprehensive online help for the program interface and the
different options
 HELP window (on the bottom left in the program user interface): context sensitive help
for the visible dialog
 tool tips: Move the mouse pointer over an input field. A short text (“tool tip”) with
information about valid entries appears.
Primary functions are:
 selection of the menu language (German/English)
 establishment of the communication with the LMS5xx
 password-protected configuration with different operating levels
 system diagnostics

7.2.1 System requirements for SOPAS ET

The configuration software SOPAS ET, the current system prerequisites for the PC, and the
instructions for downloading the software and the device description file(s) can be found
online at:
 http://www.sick.com/SOPAS_ET

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7.2.2 Download and installation of SOPAS ET

1. Start PC.
2. Download and install the latest version of the SOPAS ET configuration software, as well
as current device description file (*.sdd) for the LMS5xx variant, from the online product
page for the software by following the instructions provided there.
3. In this case, select the “Complete” option as suggested by the install wizard.
Administrator rights may be required on the PC to install the software
4. Start the “SOPAS ET” program option after completing the installation. Path: Start >
Programs > SICK > SOPAS ET Engineering Tool > SOPAS.
5. Establish a connection between SOPAS ET and LMS5xx via the wizard which opens
automatically. To do so, under the devices available depending on the connected
communication interface, e.g. Ethernet, select the LMS5xx. (Default Ethernet address:
IP address: 192.168.0.1, Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0).
SOPAS ET establishes communication with the LMS5xx and loads the associated device
description file for the LMS1xx.

7.2.3 SOPAS ET default setting

Parameter Value
Language for the user interface English (the software must be re-started after a
change)
Units of length Metric
User group (operating level) Machine operator
Download of the parameters to the LMS5xx Immediate on change, temporary in the LMS5xx RAM
Upload of the parameters from the LMS5xx After switching online, automatic
Window layout 3 (project tree, help, working area)
Tab. 39: SOPAS ET default setting

7.3 Establish communication with the LMS5xx

Important For communication via Ethernet TCP­IP, the TCP­IP protocol must be active on the PC.

On the connection of PC/host, following this sequence:

1. Connect the PC to the LMS5xx using a data cable.
2. Switch on the PC.
3. Switch on the supply voltage for the LMS5xx.
The LMS5xx performs a self-test and initializes itself.

7.3.1 Connect the data interfaces

 Connect the LMS5xx to the PC using the following data interface:
 USB (see Fig. 43 on page 76) or
 Ethernet (see Fig. 44 on page 76) or
 RS-232/RS-422 (see Fig. 46 on page 79)

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7.3.2 Starting SOPAS ET and opening the scan assistant

1. Start SOPAS ET.
By default SOPAS ET opens the program window with the English user interface.
2. To change the language setting, in the start dialog box click CANCEL and using the menu
TOOLS, OPTIONS change the language for the user interface to GERMAN/DEUTSCH.
3. If the language setting has been modified, quit SOPAS ET and re-start.
4. In the dialog box, choose the option CREATE NEW PROJECT and confirm with OK.
5. In the main window in SCAN ASSISTANT click the CONFIGURATION button.
The SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box appears.

7.3.3 Configuring the Ethernet connection

Important Deactivate all programs on your PC/notebook that access Ethernet or TCP/IP.

1. In the SCAN ASSISTANT dialog, under INTERNET PROTOCOL, IP COMMUNICATION, select the
ACTIVATE IP COMMUNICATION checkbox and the USE AUTOIP checkbox.
2. Confirm the settings in the SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box with OK.
The SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box is closed.
3. In addition, the parameter set has to be saved as a project file (*.spr file with configu-
ration data) on the PC to be used as a base for replacing a faulty LMS5xx if required.

7.3.4 Configuring the serial connection

1. In the SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box, under SERIAL CONNECTION, STANDARD PROTOCOL, activate
the ACTIVATE SERIAL COMMUNICATION checkbox.
2. Click the ADVANCED... button.
3. Choose following PORT SETTINGS: 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
4. Confirm the settings with OK.
The ADVANCED SCAN SETTINGS dialog box is closed.
5. Confirm the settings in the SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box with OK.
The SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box is closed.

7.3.5 Performing scan

1. In the SCAN ASSISTANT dialog box, click on the START SCAN button.
2. Choose devices listed and accept using ADD DEVICE.
A scan is performed for devices connected via the connection. SOPAS ET adds the
devices found to the project tree and uploads the actual parameter set from the device.

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7.4 Initial commissioning

The LMS5xx is adapted to the local measurement or detecting situation using SOPAS ET.
For this purpose a custom parameter set of the parameter values is created using SOPAS
ET. The parameter set can either be loaded initially from the device (upload, initial
commissioning: factory settings). Or it can be prepared independently, based on the factory
settings or as modification of an existing parameter set of the same device type and
firmware version.
The parameter set is then loaded into the LMS5xx (download). This action is performed
either immediately (SOPAS ET option IMMEDIATE DOWNLOAD) or manually (SOPAS ET command
DOWNLOAD ALL PARAMETERS TO THE DEVICE).

Important Once the configuration has been completed, the changed parameter set must be saved in
the non-volatile memory in the LMS5xx. Due to a saving concept, it is recommeded to save
the parameter set also as a project file (*.spr file with configuration data) on the PC.

LMS5xx PC with SOPAS ET

Parameter set in the Download Open project file with

LMS5xx RAM current parameter set
Upload
RAM RAM

Parameter set saved in Saved project file with

non-volatile memory archived parameter set
(*.spr)
EEPROM Hard disc

Factory settings for the

LMS5xx

ROM

Fig. 62: Principle of data storage

7.4.1 Configuring the LMS5xx

You can configure the LMS5xx in two ways:
 Interactively using SOPAS ET
This section describes the interactive configuration.
 Using configuration telegrams
On this subject please read section 3.13 “Data communication using telegrams” on
page 48.

Interactive configuration using SOPAS ET

All parameters that can be configured for the LMS5xx are combined into a corresponding
device description (sdd file) for SOPAS ET. You can open this file using the device
description project tree.
The function of each parameter is explained in a context-sensitive online help ([F1] key). The
valid range of values and the default are listed in the PARAMETER INFO window (right mouse
button when the pointer is positioned over the parameter).

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Important Software access to the LMS5xx is password protected. Following completion of the
configuration, you should change the password so that it can perform its protective
function.

User level Password

Maintenance personnel main
Authorised client client
Tab. 40: LMS5xx passwords

A password is not defined for the Operator user level as supplied.

Use the project tree in SOPAS ET to configure the parameters necessary for your application.

Loss of configuration data in the connected LMS5xx

 Do not switch off the voltage supply while configuring the LMS5xx. Otherwise all
parameters not yet saved permanently will be lost.

1. From the OPTIONS menu select the LOGIN DEVICE command and log in to the system using
the password “client” as AUTHORISED CLIENT.
2. Configure the LMS5xx for the required application with the aid of the parameters in
SOPAS ET.
Help for the program user interface as well as for the different options can be found in
SOPAS ET.

Resetting the configuration

Recommendation To reset the LMS5xx to the default delivery status, please use the “Factory Default” option
in the SOPAS software.

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7.5 Connection and test measurement

Use the graphic scan view in SOPAS ET to verify the generated measured values and to
verify the measurement area online.
1. In the project tree, choose LMS…, MONITOR, SCAN VIEW.
2. In order to start the measurement, click on PLAY.
3. Compare the measurement line with the desired result.
Important – The SCAN VIEW in the MONITOR is dependent on the available computing power of the
PC and is not output in real-time. For this reason not all measured values are
displayed. The same limitation also applies when saving measured values displayed
in a file.
– The monitor displays the measured values unfiltered, i.e. the action of filters can not
be checked with the aid of the monitor.
4. After completing the test measurement successfully, save the configuration
permanently to the LMS5xx: menu LMS…, PARAMETER, SAVE PERMANENT.

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8 Maintenance

Claims under the warranty rendered void!

The housing of the LMS5xx is sealed. Type-dependent, the devices have a diffent quantity
of sealing stickers across their components (LMS500 Lite/PRO, LMS511 Lite/PRO,
LMS531 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO: two stickers, LMS511 Heavy Duty: three stickers).
Claims under the warranty against SICK AG will be rendered void if the screwed housing is
opened and/or the seals are damaged. The housing is only allowed to be opened by SICK
authorized service personnel.
The only exception in this case is the process of replacing an LMS500 Lite/Pro Indoor or
LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor with an appropriate replacement device. Here, the system
connector is transferred from the existing device to the replacement device for automatic
configuration purposes. See section 8.2 “Exchanging an LMS5xx” on page 91.

8.1 Maintenance during operation

8.1.1 Cleaning the front screen

The LMS5xx laser measurement sensor is largely maintenance-free. The front screen on the
LMS5xx should however be regularly cleaned and also if contaminated.
 Do not use aggressive detergents.
 Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

Important Static charges cause dust particles to be attracted to the front screen.

You reduce this effect by using the antistatic plastic cleaner (SICK part no. 5600006) and
the SICK lens cloth (part no. 4003353). See section 11.1 “Ordering information” on
page 115.

How to clean the front screen:

1. Use a clean and soft brush to remove dust from the front screen.
2. Wipe the front screen with a clean and damp cloth (antistatic plastic cleaner).

8.2 Exchanging an LMS5xx

Incorrect or damaged LMS5xx have to removed and reclaped with either new or repaired
LMS5xx of the same type.

Important Do not make any repairs to the device!

The LMS5xx does not contain any repairable components. For this reason do not open the
components of the LMS5xx.
The following parts can be replaced by the user:
 Sensor with all components as complete replacement device unit
 Only possible with LMS500 PRO/Lite (Indoor) and LMS511 Heavy Duty (Outdoor):
Sensor as replacement device using the former system connector (with cloning
parameter memory).

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As all external cable connections end in the system connector or in the round plug-in
connectors, it is not necessary to re-install the device electrically on a device replacement.
The replacement unit can then be simply connected. If the LMS5xx is to be replaced,
proceed type-dependently as follows.

Switch the entire machine/system offline!

The machine/system could inadvertently start up while you are connecting the device.
 Ensure that the entire machine/system is disconnected during the exchange
procedure.

8.2.1 Replacement of LMS500 Lite/PRO or LMS511 Heavy Duty using the former
system connector (parameter cloning)

LMS500 Lite/PRO LMS511 Heavy Duty

Seal

System connector System connector

Fig. 63: Disassemble the system connector

Risk of damage due to environmental influences!

If the system connctor is removed from the device, the device and the electrical contacts
are unprotected and the enclosure rating no longer corresponds IP 65/67.
 Replace sensors with removable system connectors (dismantling and fitting) only in dry,
clean and dust-free surroundings. If necessary, place the sensor for this purpose from
the outdoor area in a suitable indoor area.
 To prevent damage to the sensors, firmly attach the existing system connector to the
replacement device immediately after replacement.
 Additionally, immediately attach the remaining, non-wired connector for the
replacement device firmly to the removed (and potentially defective) sensor.
 Make sure that the inlay sealing, the supporting surface opposite, and all the electrical
contacts of the system connector are free from dirt and moisture.

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1. Switch off the voltage supply for the LMS5xx.

2. Remove the sensor from the holder.
If necessary, mark the sensor's situation and alignment on the holder or environment.
3. Optional: If the device is equipped with a protection hood/weather protection hood,
remove the hood from the LMS5xx.
4. LMS511 Heavy Duty:
Break the seal named "Remove for cloning" of the system connector on the backside of
the device.
5. Loosen the system connector incl. all wired cables/fixed cables on the sensor (two
screws) and remove the connector.
6. Remove also the unused system connector from the correspondent replacement
device.
7. Immediately plug on and fix the former system connector incl. cables on the backside
of the replacement device.
8. Optional: Re-install the protection hood/weather protection hood to the replacement
device.
9. Mount the replacement device to the holder (see chapter 5 “Mounting” on page 53) and
check the correct orientation of the device.
10. Configure automatically the replacement device. See chapter 8.2.3 “Parameter cloning
function of LMS500 PRO/Lite and LMS511 Heavy Duty” on page 94.

Important In the case of a complete device replacement, including the system connector (LMS500:
rewiring!), the replacement device must be configured manually. This is carried out using
the parameter set from the former device, which is saved on your PC due to the saving
concept (see chapter 7 “Commissioning and configuration” on page 85).

8.2.2 Complete replacement of LMS511 PRO/Lite, LMS531 PRO/Lite Security or

LMS581 PRO (without using the former system connector)
1. Switch off the voltage supply for the LMS5xx.
2. Loosen and remove all round plug-in connectors from the device.
3. Remove the sensor from the holder.
If necessary, mark the sensor's situation and alignment on the holder or environment.
4. Optional: If the device is equipped with a protection hood/weather protection hood,
remove the hood from the LMS5xx.
5. Optional: Re-install the protection hood/weather protection hood to the replacement
device.
6. Mount the replacement device to the holder (see chapter 5 “Mounting” on page 53) and
check the correct orientation of the device.
7. Reconnect all connection cables to the replacement device and fix them.
8. Configure the replacement device manually by using the parameter set of the former
device saved on the PC due to the saving concept (see chapter 7 “Commissioning and
configuration” on page 85).

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8.2.3 Parameter cloning function of LMS500 PRO/Lite and LMS511 Heavy Duty

Important The parameter cloning function can only be used between devices of the same type (e.g.,
LMS500 PRO with LMS500 PRO)!

Functionality
When the supply voltage is switched on, the LMS5xx starts up and organizes its current
parameter values as follows:
 Initial commissioning of a brand-new LMS5xx:
The sensor starts with the default setting, set at the factory. The cloning parameter
memory of the system connector contains the default setting.
 Each time the functional configuration of the LMS5xx is changed:
The sensor saves the parameter values permanently in its internal, non-volatile
parameter memory. Additionally, it always saves a permanent copy of the parameter set
in the cloning parameter memory of the system connector. (This is initiated using
SOPAS ET and the "Save permanent" function.)
The parameter set remains saved in the system connector even if the power supply is
interrupted.
 The next time it is started up, the sensor transfers the parameter set from the cloning
parameter memory to its RAM.
See also section 7.4 “Initial commissioning” on page 88.

If an LMS5xx is replaced, after start-up the replacement device checks whether there is a
plausible parameter set in the system connector. If so, the sensor loads this parameter set
to its RAM ("cloning connector gains" strategy).
As the existing system connector continues to be in use, the LMS500 PRO/Lite and the
LMS511 Heavy Duty therefore make it possible for the last parameter values used in the
system connector to be passed on to a replacement device of the same type automatically
(cloning).

Cloning involves the replacement device accepting all the adjustable parameters, including
the IP address. Accordingly, the process overwrites all the existing parameter values in the
device. The exceptions in this case are the following parameters, which are always device-
specific: serial number, MAC address, operating hours counter, and error memory.

Important Testing the device for application suitability by means of acceptance after device
replacement
If the replacement device is going on to be used unchanged, with the existing system
connector and the parameter values saved in it for the application, acceptance by a
qualified person is not required. However, a test based on the regulations for daily testing,
or a functional test, must be carried out.

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If the replacement device is going on to be used with a system connector that is different
from the previous one, the existing configuration must be transferred to the sensor using
SOPAS. In this case, acceptance by a qualified person may be required (depending on the
system; e.g., Security).

8.2.4 Returns
 Only return devices after consultation with the SICK Support.

Important To enable efficient processing and allow us to determine the cause quickly, please include
the following when making a return:
 Details of a contact person
 A description of the application
 Adescription of the fault that occurred

8.3 Decommissioning

8.3.1 Disposal
The design of the LMS5xx allows for its separation as recyclable secondary raw materials
and hazardous waste (electronic scrap).

Important Danger to the environment due to improper disposal of the LMS5xx:

Disposing of LMS5xx improperly may cause damage to the environment.
 Always observe the valid national regulations on environmental protection.
 Following correct disassembly, pass on any commercially viable disassembled
components for recycling. Separate materials as far as possible by type.

SICK AG is not currently able to take back devices that can no longer be used.

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9 Troubleshooting

Claims under the warranty rendered void!

The housing of the LMS5xx is sealed. Type-dependent, the devices have a diffent quanitity
of sealing stickers across their components. Claims under the warranty against SICK AG will
be rendered void if the screwed housing is opened and/or the seals are damaged.
The housing is only allowed to be opened by SICK authorized service personnel.
The only exception in this case is the process of replacing an LMS500 Lite/Pro Indoor or
LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor with an appropriate replacement device. Here, the system
connector is transferred from the existing device to the replacement device. See section 8.2
“Exchanging an LMS5xx” on page 91.

This chapter describes how to identify and rectify errors and malfunctions of the LMS5xx.

9.1 In the event of faults or errors

Danger due to malfunction!

Cease operation if the cause of the malfunction has not been clearly identified!
 Stop the machine/system if you cannot clearly identify or allocate the error and if you
cannot safely rectify the malfunction.

9.2 Error displays of the indicator lights

Display Possible cause Rectification of the error
No operating voltage, or  Check the voltage supply and activate, if
Ù andØoff voltage too low necessary.
Front screen lightly  Clean the front screen.
Ð illuminated contaminated (warning)
Front screen heavily  Clean the front screen.
Ð flashes with 1 Hz contaminated (error)
System error  Pay attention to the error display of the
7­segment display or carry out a
Ð illuminated diagnostics with the aid of SOPAS ET.
 Switch the device off and back on again.
Tab. 41: Error displays of the LEDs

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9.3 Indications of the 7-segment display

Display Possible cause Rectification of the error
, No error Device in measurement mode
, …
IDLE mode, the outputs are No error. If the criteria for the IDLE mode are
 in the OFF state, the laser is withdrawn, readiness for operation is re-
switched off. established.
 Motor starts No error.
LMS5xx faulty  Send the LMS5xx to the manufacturer for

repair.
 Slave sync lost  Reestablish slave connection.
Temperature too low  The ambient temperature is too low for

(indoor variant only) measurement operation.
Heater not connected or  Wait for device heating.
temperature too low  Check the connection of the heater.
 (outdoor variant only)  Send the LMS5xx to the manufacturer for
repair.
Tab. 42: Indications of the 7­segment display

9.4 Detailed error analysis

The LMS5xx outputs occurring errors in various ways. Errors are output in stages and always
permit detailed analysis:
 Communication errors can occur on the transfer of telegrams to the LMS5xx. The
LMS5xx then returns an error code.

9.4.1 Field evaluation monitor

Using the field evaluation monitor, you can analyse whether and how evaluation fields are
infringed and how the outputs on the LMS5xx behave.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, MONITOR, FIELD EVALUATION MONITOR.

9.4.2 Field evaluation logging

Using the field evaluation logging you can log, save and subsequently play back the
operation of LMS5xx. It is used for diagnostics over extended periods and for the analysis
of malfunctions or for the optimisation of processes.
PROJECT TREE, LMS…, MONITOR, FIELD EVALUATION LOGGING.

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9.5 SICK Support

If an error cannot be eliminated, it is possible that the LMS5xx is defective.
The LMS5xx cannot be repaired by the user, meaning that it is not possible to re-establish
functions after a failure. Interrupting or modifying the LMS5xx will invalidate any warranty
claims against SICK AG.
However, the LMS5xx can be rapidly replaced by the user, see section 8.2 “Exchanging an
LMS5xx” on page 91.
 If an error occurs which cannot be eliminated, please contact SICK Support. Please
refer to the back page of these operating instructions for your agent's contact details.

Important Before calling, make a note of all type label data such as type code, serial number, etc. to
ensure faster processing.

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10 Technical specifications

10.1 Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement sensor

Minimum Typical Maximum
Functional data
Scan angle 190°
Scanning frequency
Lite 25 Hz 75 Hz
PRO/Heavy Duty 25 Hz 100 Hz
Remission 2% Several
1,000% 1)
(reflectors)
Angular resolution
Lite 0.25° 1°
PRO/Heavy Duty 0.1667° 1°
Measurement accuracy 2)

Standard Resolution ±24 mm

High Resolution ±12 mm
Measurement error 1st reflected pulse 3)
Systematic error (at 10% object remission4))
Standard Resolution 1 to 10 m ±25 mm
Standard Resolution 10 to 20 m ±35 mm
Standard Resolution 20 to 30 m ±50 mm
High Resolution 1 to 10 m ±25 mm
High Resolution 10 to 20 m ±35 mm
Statistical error (1) (at 10% object remission4))
Standard Resolution 1 to 10 m ±6 mm
Standard Resolution 10 to 20 m ±8 mm
Standard Resolution 20 to 30 m ±14 mm
High Resolution 1 to 10 m ±7 mm
High Resolution 10 to 20 m ±9 mm
Immunity to external light 70 klx
Distance from mirror axis of rotation (zero point on the 93 mm
x and y axis) to the rear of the device
Distance between centre of the scan plane and the 63 mm
bottom edge of the housing
Distance measuring range 0.7 m 80 m
Distance measuring range at 10% object remission
LMS500-2x000 Lite/PRO, LMS511-2x100 Lite/ 0.7 m 26 m
PRO/Heavy Duty, LMS581-20100 PRO
LMS511-1x100 Lite/PRO/Heavy Duty, LMS531- 1m 40 m
11100 Lite/PRO, LMS581-10100 PRO
Power-up delay 30 s 60 s
Tab. 43: Data sheet LMS5xx

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General data
Laser class Laser class 1 according to
EN/IEC 60825­1:2014 (complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for
deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50,
June 2007)
Enclosure rating As per IEC 60529 Edition 2.2:2013-08
LMS500 IP 65
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 IP 67
EMC test As per IEC 61000-6-2:2016-08,
IEC 61000-6-3:2006-07
Electrical safety As per IEC 61010-1:2010-06
Ambient operating temperature range
LMS500 0 °C +50 °C
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 –30 °C +50 °C
LMS511 Heavy Duty –40 °C +60 °C
Storage temperature range –40 °C +70 °C
max. 24 h
Humidity (taking into account the ambient operating IEC 60068-2-61, method 1
temperature range)
Vibration resistance As per IEC 60068-2-6:2007-12
Frequency range 10 Hz 150 Hz
Amplitude 5 g RMS
Shock resistance As per IEC 60068-2-27:2008-02
Single shock 15 g, 11 ms
Continuous shock 10 g, 16 ms
Sender Pulsed laser diode
Wave length 895 nm 905 nm 915 nm
Divergence of the collimated beam (solid angle)
High Resolution 4.7 mrad
Standard Resolution 11.9 mrad
Light spot size at the front screen 13.6 mm
Light spot size at 18 m scanning range
High Resolution 99 mm
Standard Resolution 228 mm
Housing
Material GD­ALSI12 3.2582.05
Color LMS500 RAL 5012 (blue)
Color LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 RAL 7032 (grey)
Alloy Excellent weather resistance as per
EN 1706:2010-03, table B.1
Front screen
Material Polycarbonate
Surface finish Outside with scratch-resistant coating
Tab. 43: Data sheet LMS5xx (cont.)

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System connector
Material GD­ALSI12 3.2582.05
Color RAL 9005 (black)
Cable entries (LMS511/LMS531/LMS581)
Material Stainless steel/plastic
Dimensions 5)
Height 185 mm
Width 155 mm
Depth 160 mm
Total weight (without connection cables) 3.7 kg

Electrical data
SELV Supply voltage LMS5xx at the sensor accord. to 19.2 V 24 V 28.8 V
IEC 60364-4-41
Permissible residual ripple ±5%
SELV Supply voltage for the LMS511/LMS531/ 19.2 V 24 V 28.8 V
LMS581 heating accord. to IEC 60364-4-41
Switch on current 2 A6)
Operating current at DC 24 V 0.9 A
Operating current with max. output load at DC 24 V 1.9 A
Operating current with maximum heating performance 3.2 A 3.8 A
at DC 24 V
Power consumption without output load at DC 24 V 22 W 25 W
Power consumption with maximum output load at 46 W 50 W
DC 24 V
LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: additional power 55 W 65 W
consumption of heating at DC 24 V
Electrical connection LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 4 x round M12 plug-in connectors
1x round M8 plug-in connector
Electrical connection LMS500 1 x System connector with 2 x screw
terminal blocks
1x round M8 plug-in connector
Technical specifications, screw terminals
Cross-section of rigid cores 0.14 mm² 1.5 mm²
(American Wire Gauge — AWG) (approx. (approx.
26 AWG) 16 AWG)
Cross-section of flexible cores 0.14 mm² 1.0 mm²
(American Wire Gauge — AWG) (approx. (approx.
26 AWG) 18 AWG)
Insulation stripping length for the cores 5 mm
Screw tightening torque 0.22 Nm 0.3 Nm
Cable length for device power supply at DC 24 V
With 1 mm² wire cross-section (approx. 18 AWG) 220 m
With 0.5 mm² wire cross-section 110 m
(approx. 22 AWG)
With 0.25 mm² wire cross-section 50 m
(approx. 24 AWG)
Tab. 43: Data sheet LMS5xx (cont.)

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Cable length for heating at DC 24 V
With 1 mm² wire cross-section (approx. 18 AWG) 45 m
With 0.5 mm² wire cross-section 20 m
(approx. 22 AWG)
With 0.25 mm² wire cross-section 10 m
(approx. 24 AWG)
Cable length for device power supply at DC 12 V
With 1 mm² wire cross-section (approx. 18 AWG) 20 m
With 0.5 mm² wire cross-section 10 m
(approx. 22 AWG)
With 0.25 mm² wire cross-section 5m
(approx. 24 AWG)
Switching inputs
Number LMS500 Lite: 2
LMS500 PRO: 4
LMS511 Lite: 2
LMS511 PRO: 4
LMS511 Heavy Duty: 4
LMS531 Lite: 2
LMS531 PRO: 4
LMS581 PRO: 4
Input voltage 11 V 30 V
Input resistance on HIGH 2 k
Voltage for HIGH 11 V 24 V 30 V
Voltage for LOW 0V 5V
Input capacity 15 nF
Static input current 6 mA 15 mA
Encoder inputs (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty only)
Number 2 (IN3 and IN4)
Input resistance on HIGH 2 k
Voltage for HIGH 11 V 24 V 30 V
Voltage for LOW –3 V 0V 5V
Input capacity 1 nF
Static input current 6 mA 15 mA
Duty cycle (Ti/T) 0.5
Input frequency 100 kHz
Current load per incremental encoder 50 mA 100 mA
Velocity range that can be sampled
Forward From +100 mm/s to +20,000 mm/s
Backward From –10 mm/s to –20,000 mm/s
Tab. 43: Data sheet LMS5xx (cont.)

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Incremental encoders that can be evaluated
Type Two-channel rotary encoder with 90° phase
offset
Enclosure rating IP 54
Supply voltage UV – 3 V UV
Outputs required on the incremental encoders Push/pull
Pulse frequency 100 kHz
Number of pulses per cm 50
Cable length (shielded) 10 m
Digital switching outputs
Number LMS5xx Lite: 3
LMS5xx PRO: 6
LMS511 Heavy Duty: 6
Voltage drop load 2V
Maximum switching current 140 mA
Current limiting (after 5 ms at 25°C) 100 mA 200 mA
Power-up delay Negligible
Switch off time 0.8 ms 2 ms
Maximum current output 1 + 2 7) 250 mA
Maximum current output 3 ... 6 100 mA
Auxiliary interface
Communication protocol USB 2.0
Data transmission rate (reduced) 500 kBd
Serial host interface
Communication protocol RS­232 (proprietary)/RS­422
Data transmission rate (selectable) 9.6 kBd 57.6 kBd 500 kBd
Cable length at 38.4 kBd and wire cross-section
0.25 mm² (approx. 24 AWG) 15 m
Galvanic de-coupling Yes
Wire cross-section of the connection cable 0.25 mm²
(approx.
24 AWG)
Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s
CAN (LMS500 PRO/LMS511 Heavy Duty only) 20 kBit/s, 500 kBit/s, 1 MBit/s
Tab. 43: Data sheet LMS5xx (cont.)

1) Corresponds to Diamond Grade 3000X™ (approx. 1,250 cd/lx × m²).

2) Measured under SICK standard environment (LMS2xx equivalent):
SR: temperature = 23 °C, object remission = 10% at 20 m distance
HR: temperature = 23 °C, object remission = 100% at 6 m distance
3) The time after the first reflected pulse from which measurement can be performed with full accuracy is
dependent on the target that reflected the first reflected pulse.
4) Environmental conditions: good visibility, temperature range = 0 °C to 50 °C, object
remission = 10 to 20.000%, ambient light < 70 klux.
5) Without fixing screws and projection of cable glands with system connector mounted.
6) 6 A for t < 50 s.
7) Outputs are short-circuit protected (no overload protection).

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10.2 Operating range diagrams

Scanning range in m (ft)

90
(295.20)

60
(196.85)

30
(98.43)

190°
0

–30
(–98.43)

–60
(–196.85)

–90
(–295.20)
–60 –30 0 30 60 90 120
(–196.85) (–98.43) (98.43) (196.85) (295.20) (393.7)
Scanning range in m (ft)

Scanning range max. 80 m (262.47 ft)

Scanning range for objects up to
10 % remission 26 m (85.3 ft)

Fig. 64: Operating range LMS5xx High Resolution

Scanning range in m (ft)

90
(295.20)

60
(196.85)

30
(98.43)
190°

–30
(–98.43)

–60
(–196.85)

–90
(–295.20)
–60 –30 0 30 60 90 120
(–196.85) (–98.43) (98.43) (196.85) (295.20) (393.7)
Scanning range in m (ft)

Scanning range max. 80 m (262.47 ft)

Scanning range for objects up to
10 % remission 40 m (131.23 ft)

Fig. 65: Operating range LMS5xx Standard Resolution

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10.3 Dimensional drawings

10.3.1 Dimensional drawing LMS500

Connector range ca. 80 mm

mm
2 × cable gland for cables 5-12
M8×9
4 × fastening thread holes
All dimensions in mm

mounting the sensor

Area to keep clear when
thread holes M6×8
4 × fastening

Fig. 66: Dimensional drawing LMS500

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10.3.2 Dimensional drawing LMS511/LMS531/LMS581

Connector range environment 80 mm

M8×9
4 × fastening thread holes
All dimensions in mm

the sensor
Area to keep clear when mounting
M6×8
4 × fastening thread holes

Fig. 67: Dimensional drawing LMS511/LMS531/LMS581

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10.3.3 Dimensional drawings, mounting kits

Sensor Mounting kit 1

All dimensions in mm

Fig. 68: Dimensional drawing, mounting kit 1

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Sensor Mounting kit 1 Mounting kit 2

All dimensions in mm

Fig. 69: Dimensional drawing, mounting kit 2

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Sensor Mounting kit 1 Mounting kit 2 Mounting kit 3

All dimensions in mm

Fig. 70: Dimensional drawing, mounting kit 3 (mm)

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10.3.4 Dimensional drawings, weather protection hoods

Variant 2

Variant 1

All dimensions in mm

Fig. 71: Dimensional drawing protection hood

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(63) 4 52

193

216
560
(1)
(2)
(3)

4 120 39.4
197
(3)

60,5
69
(4) Mounting kit 2
(3) Mounting kit 1
(2) LMS5xx
(1) Weather protection hood

(343)
325
(93)

All dimensions in mm
18
2.5

10.1

Fig. 72: Dimensional drawing weather protection hood

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11 Annex

11.1 Ordering information

Ordering information about the LMS5xx and its optional accessories is available from the
following web product page:
 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

11.1.1 Consumables
Part number Part Description
4003353 Lens cloth Special cloth for proper cleaning of the window
5600006 Plastic detergent Antistatic, mild detergent solution
Tab. 44: Consumables

11.2 EU declaration of conformity

The EU declaration of conformity of the LMS5xx with the listed available device variants
(according to the type code) and the fullfiled standards is availabe in PDF format from the
following product web page:
 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

11.3 Glossary

Download
Transmission of the parameter set that has been modified offline in the SOPAS ET configu-
ration software from the PC to the LMS5xx. SOPAS ET transmits either always a complete
copy to the memory (RAM) of the LMS5xx (menu COMMUNICATION, DOWNLOAD ALL PARAMETERS
TO DEVICE) or only the parameter that has just been edited (menu COMMUNICATION, DOWNLOAD
MODIFIED PARAMETERS TO DEVICE). With the menu LMS, PARAMETER, SAVE PERMANENT, the
parameter set is saved permanently in the EEPROM of the LMS5xx.

Parameter set
Data set that is used to initialize and activate the functions implemented in the LMS5xx. Is
transmitted from the LMS5xx to SOPAS ET and in the reverse direction using UPLOAD or
DOWNLOAD respectively.

Remission
Remission is the quality of reflection at a surface. The basis is the Kodak standard, known
worldwide in, among other areas, photography.

Scan
A scan contains all measured values. These values are in relation with the sensor‘s
parameters such as the scanning angle, start/stop angle etc.

SOPAS ET
Configuration software, used for the offline configuration (adaptation to the read situation
on-site) and the online operation of the LMS5xx in dialog mode.

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Upload
Transmission of the parameter set from the LMS5xx to the PC into the SOPAS ET configu-
ration software. The values for the parameters are displayed on the file cards of the con-
figuration software. Prerequisite for the modification of the current parameter set.

11.4 Abbreviations
ATEX Atmosphère explosible = synonym for explosion protection
CAN Controller area network = standardized fieldbus system with telegram-based protocol for
exchanging data
CoLa Communication Language = proprietary SOPAS ET communication language (ASCII =
CoLa­A or binary = CoLa­B)
CS Checksum
EEPROM Electrically erasable programmable read-only memory
HTML Hypertext markup language = page description language on the Internet
LED Light Emitting Diode
LMS SICK AG laser measurement sensor
RAM Random access memory = volatile memory with direct access
ROM Read-only memory (permanent)
sdd SOPAS device driver = device description file for SOPAS ET
SOPAS ET SICK OPEN PORTAL for APPLICATION and SYSTEMS Engineering Tool = configuration
software for the configuration of the LMS5xx

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11.5 List of Figures

Fig. 1: Laser output aperture of the LMS5xx .................................................................. 13
Fig. 2: Status indicators .................................................................................................... 19
Fig. 3: Measuring principle of the LMS5xx ...................................................................... 20
Fig. 4: Principle of operation for time of flight measurement ........................................ 21
Fig. 5: Reflection of the laser beam at the surface of an object ................................... 22
Fig. 6: Reflection angle ..................................................................................................... 22
Fig. 7: Degree of reflection ............................................................................................... 22
Fig. 8: Mirror surfaces ...................................................................................................... 23
Fig. 9: Object smaller than diameter of the laser beam ................................................ 23
Fig. 10: Scanning range of the LMS5xx as a function of the target remission ............... 24
Fig. 11: Beam expansion .................................................................................................... 24
Fig. 12: Schematic layout of the distance between measured points
at different angular resolutions ............................................................................ 25
Fig. 13: Beam diameter and distance between measured points
of the LMS500 at 0 to 80 m (0 to 262.47 ft) ...................................................... 25
Fig. 14: Minimum object size for detection ....................................................................... 26
Fig. 15: Measured value telegram request ....................................................................... 30
Fig. 16: Continuous measured value output ..................................................................... 31
Fig. 17: Principle of operation of the measurement
of the fifth received echo (LMS5xx PRO) ............................................................. 32
Fig. 18: Typical RSSI values HR ......................................................................................... 33
Fig. 19: Typical RSSI values SR .......................................................................................... 34
Fig. 20: Principle of the field application ........................................................................... 35
Fig. 21: Protection against tampering due to shading and glare .................................... 37
Fig. 22: Examples of 4 different evaluation field shapes ................................................. 38
Fig. 23: Logical operators for inputs and outputs ............................................................. 41
Fig. 24: Increase in the size of the beam and safety supplement .................................. 44
Fig. 25: Direct mounting ..................................................................................................... 48
Fig. 26: Mounting with mounting kit 1 ............................................................................... 48
Fig. 27: Mounting with mounting kits 1 and 2 .................................................................. 49
Fig. 28: Mounting with mounting kits 1, 2 and 3 .............................................................. 50
Fig. 29: Weather protection hood, upright orientation of the scanner ............................ 51
Fig. 30: Weather protection hood, upside down orientation of the scanner .................. 51
Fig. 31: Placement of two LMS5xx opposed to each other .............................................. 52
Fig. 32: Crosswise placement of two LMS5xx ................................................................... 52
Fig. 33: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset .................................................... 52
Fig. 34: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset, one of these upside down ....... 53
Fig. 35: Placement of two LMS5xx upside down, parallel offset ..................................... 53
Fig. 36: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset, one of these upside down ....... 53
Fig. 37: Currents in the cable shields due to differences in ground potential ............... 55
Fig. 38: Use of electro-optical signal converters ............................................................... 56

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Fig. 39: Insulated assembly of the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices (sample) .........56
Fig. 40: LMS5xx: USB connection at the auxiliary interface .............................................65
Fig. 41: LMS5xx: Ethernet connection using the Ethernet cable .....................................65
Fig. 42: LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: connection of the voltage supply .........................66
Fig. 43: LMS511 Lite: “Data” connection ..........................................................................67
Fig. 44: LMS511 Lite: “I/O” connection .............................................................................67
Fig. 45: LMS511/LMS581 PRO: “Data” connection .........................................................67
Fig. 46: LMS511/LMS581 PRO: “I/O” connection ...........................................................68
Fig. 47: LMS531 Lite: “Inputs” connection .......................................................................68
Fig. 48: LMS531 Lite: “Outputs” connection .....................................................................68
Fig. 49: Connecting digital inputs as non-floating .............................................................69
Fig. 50: Connecting digital inputs as floating ....................................................................69
Fig. 51: Wiring encoder inputs ............................................................................................69
Fig. 52: Input circuit IN1 to IN4 ..........................................................................................70
Fig. 53: Connection of the outputs to a PLC (active low) ..................................................70
Fig. 54: Connection of the outputs to a PLC (active high) ................................................70
Fig. 55: Resistance-monitored connection of the outputs
of the LMS531 to an alarm system ......................................................................71
Fig. 56: Wiring of the RS­232 or RS­422 interface ...........................................................71
Fig. 57: Principle of data storage .......................................................................................75
Fig. 58: Dimensional drawing LMS500 (mm) ....................................................................87
Fig. 59: Dimensional drawing LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 (mm) ...................................88
Fig. 60: Dimensional drawing, mounting kit 1 ...................................................................89
Fig. 61: Dimensional drawing, mounting kit 2 ...................................................................90
Fig. 62: Dimensional drawing, mounting kit 3 ...................................................................91
Fig. 63: Dimensional drawing weather protection hoods .................................................92
Fig. 64: EC declaration of conformity .................................................................................95

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11.6 List of Tables

Tab. 1: Variants of the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor ..............................................5
Tab. 2: Software versions .....................................................................................................6
Tab. 3: Authorized personnel ............................................................................................ 11
Tab. 4: LMS5xx variants: Maximum of power consumption ........................................... 14
Tab. 5: Delivery ................................................................................................................... 17
Tab. 6: Device variants ...................................................................................................... 18
Tab. 7: Type code of LMS5xx ............................................................................................. 20
Tab. 8: Special features of the LMS5xx variants ............................................................. 21
Tab. 9: Versions of the LMS5xx ......................................................................................... 22
Tab. 10: Differences between LMS5xx Lite-, PRO and Heavy-Duty .................................. 22
Tab. 11: Meaning of the indicator lights (LEDs) ................................................................. 24
Tab. 12: Possible configurations LMS5xx Lite ................................................................... 32
Tab. 13: Possible configurations LMS5xx PRO .................................................................. 32
Tab. 14: RSSI values ............................................................................................................ 37
Tab. 15: Input combination examples LMS5xx PRO .......................................................... 40
Tab. 16: LMS531 Lite/PRO: output status on field interruption ....................................... 45
Tab. 17: Overview: Assigned inutps and outputs for synchronization .............................. 45
Tab. 18: Frame for the telegrams with ASCII coding ......................................................... 48
Tab. 19: Required supply voltages and output power ....................................................... 49
Tab. 20: Beam diameter on target (diagonal) at different distances from the LMS5xx .. 50
Tab. 21: LMS500 Lite and PRO Indoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection
(4-pin M12 female connector, D-coded) .............................................................. 68
Tab. 22: LMS500 Lite Indoor: Terminal assignment of the “Power/Data/I/O”
connection (2 x terminal blocks, 8-pole) .............................................................. 68
Tab. 23: LMS500 PRO Indoor: Terminal assignment of the “Power/Data/I/O”
connection (2 x terminal blocks, 13-pole) ........................................................... 69
Tab. 24: LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor:
Pin assignment of the “Power” connection (5-pin M12 male connector,
A-coded) ................................................................................................................. 70
Tab. 25: LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor:
Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12 female connector,
D-coded) ................................................................................................................. 70
Tab. 26: LMS511 Lite Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Data” connection
(8-pin M12 male connector, A-coded) ................................................................. 70
Tab. 27: LMS511 Lite Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “I/O” connection
(8-pin M12 female connector, A-coded) .............................................................. 70
Tab. 28: LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor:
Pin assignment of the “Data” connection (12-pin M12 male connector,
A-coded) ................................................................................................................. 71
Tab. 29: LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor:
Pin assignment of the “I/O” connection (12-pin M12 female connector,
A-coded) ................................................................................................................. 71

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Tab. 30: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Power” connection
(5-pin M12 male connector, A-coded) ..................................................................72
Tab. 31: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection
(4-pin M12 female connector, D-coded) ..............................................................72
Tab. 32: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Inputs” connection
(8-pin M12 male connector, A-coded) ..................................................................72
Tab. 33: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Alarm” connection
(8-pin M12 female connector, A-coded) ...............................................................72
Tab. 34: LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Inputs” connection
(12-pin M12 male connector, A-coded) ................................................................73
Tab. 35: LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Alarm” connection
(12-pin M12 female connector, A-coded) ............................................................73
Tab. 36: Required wire cross-sections ................................................................................74
Tab. 37: Cross section specification of the LMS500 terminal strips ................................75
Tab. 38: Maximum cable lengths for the data interfaces ..................................................75
Tab. 39: SOPAS ET default setting .......................................................................................86
Tab. 40: LMS5xx passwords ................................................................................................89
Tab. 41: Error displays of the LEDs .....................................................................................97
Tab. 42: Indications of the 7­segment display ....................................................................98
Tab. 43: Data sheet LMS5xx ............................................................................................. 101
Tab. 44: Consumables ....................................................................................................... 115

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