picoScan100: How to get the device status information?

The device state is signaled via 2 LEDs (see figure) and can be switched off. The description of the states can be found in the operating instructions.

The picoScan100's digital outputs can be used to signal the device status. To do so, open the IP address of the LIDAR in your browser. Log in as a Service. Open the Inputs and Outputs menu:

Add Device not ready as source at the output which should indicate the status.

The restart time, switching logic and the electrical connection logic can be configured.

If the device is expected to be contaminated and this should be detected, add contamination indication as a source. For more details, see operating instruction and configuration window contamination indication.

The picoScan100 has the option of requesting the device status via the REST communication interface or the SICK-specific TCP/IP protocol CoLa A or CoLa B. The following telegrams can be used to request the device status:

Busy / logged-in: 0

Ready: 1

Error: 2

Reserved: 0

Startup: 1
This state is used during the startup phase of the device.

Service mode: 2
This state is used during service actions like software update, comprehensive parameter exchange or similar actions. The state does not tell whether the device is able to work properly.

Normal operation: 3
This state signals the normal behavior of the device. The startup phase has ended and no errors or warnings occurred so far.

Suspended operation: 4
This state signals that an internal or environmental condition prohibits a adequate measurement.

Service recommended: 5
This state signals that the device is working properly. The measurement function is not affected by any circumstance. Hence the measuring function is as specified. But there is some issue which might can be handled by a service technician.

Service required: 6
This state signals, that a service technician is required. The device is still able to provide measured values but the results might be slightly affected by any circumstance.

Recoverable error: 7
This state signals a malfunction of the device. The measuring service is most probably disrupted. But the error might be fixed by a service technician.

Fatal error: 8

Device has a fatal error. Reset and reboot the device.

An overview and details about all protocols can be found here: Knowledge Article | Support Portal