96M16963 • KEYENCE never warrants the function or
performance of the IV3/IV2/IV Series if it is used
Copyright (c) 2021KEYENCE CORPORATION. All rights reserved.
16963GB 2071-1 96M16963 Printed in Japan
PC software for IV3/IV2/IV Series
IV3-H1
Instruction Manual
Read this manual before using the product in order to
achieve maximum performance.
Keep this manual in a safe place after reading it so that it
can be used at any time.
For details of functions, refer to the User’s Manual (PC Software)
for each IV series.
y The User’s Manual for each IV series can be downloaded
from the KEYENCE website: www.keyence.com/glb
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Be sure to read these messages carefully.
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avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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result in product damage as well as property damage.
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followed during operation.
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Safety Information
General Precautions
• Do not use this product for the purpose to protect
a human body or a part of a human body.
• Do not use this product in a hazardous location
and/or potentially explosive atmosphere.
• Do not use this product in an application that may
cause death, serious injury or serious property
damage due to a failure with this product should
occur, such as nuclear power plants, on aircraft,
trains, ships, or vehicles, used within medical
equipment, playground equipment, roller coasters
and other rides, etc.
• If the product is used in a manner not specified
by this manual, the protection provided by the
product may be impaired.
• You must perform a sufficient risk assessment
for the machine where this product is to be
installed prior to installing this product. Provide
appropriate protective fail-safe measures on the
machine independent from this product in case a
failure with this product should occur.
Before starting or operating the system, check to
make sure all system functions are working properly.
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in manner that differs from the IV3/IV2/IV Series
specifications contained in this instruction
manual or if the IV3/IV2/IV Series is modified by
yourself.
• When the IV3/IV2/IV Series is used in
combination with other instruments, functions
and performance may be degraded, depending
on operating conditions and the surrounding
environment.
• Do not subject the controller or connected
devices to a sudden change in temperature.
It may cause condensation and may damage
instruments or peripherals.
• Remove the power cable from the power supply if
you do not use this product for a long time.
Important Instructions
Observe the following precautions to prevent malfunction
and to ensure proper use.
Precautions on use
• The power of this product and instruments
connected to this product must be turned off
when the cable is to be installed or removed.
Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or
product damage.
• Use this product with the correct voltage. Failure
to do so may cause a product damage.
Measures to be taken when an abnormality
occurs
In the following cases, turn the power OFF
immediately. Using the IV3/IV2/IV Series in an
abnormal condition could cause fire, electric shock,
or malfunction.
Contact our office for repair.
• If water or debris enters the IV3/IV2/IV Series.
• If the IV3/IV2/IV Series is dropped or the case is
damaged.
• If abnormal smoke or odor emanates from the IV3/
IV2/IV Series.
Precautions on installation
Only engineers who are knowledgeable about
networks should attempt connection when
connecting the IV3/IV2/IV series to a network.
Checking the Package Contents
PC software for IV3/IV2/IV series
• IV3-H1
Instruction Manual x 1 (This manual)
DVD × 1
 Connecting the IV3 Series to a PC

Connecting to one sensor

z Ultra compact type z Built-in amplifier type
Cable for connecting sensor head to amplifier
OP-88648 (2 m)
OP-88649 (5m)
OP-88650 (10m)
Sensor amplifier
IV3-G120

Ethernet cable
Sensor head OP-88664 (2m)
OP-88665 (5m)
OP-88666 (10m)
LAN cable
OP-87950 (1m)
OP-87951 (3m)
OP-87952 (5m)
OP-87953 (10m)

Connecting to multiple sensors

Ethernet switch

LAN cable
OP-87950 (1m)
OP-87951 (3m)
OP-87952 (5m)
OP-87953 (10m)

Ethernet cable
OP-88664 (2m)
Sensor amplifier OP-88665 (5m)
IV3-G120 OP-88666 (10m)

Cable for connecting

sensor head to amplifier
• OP-88648 (2 m)
• OP-88649 (5m)
• OP-88650 (10m)

Sensor head PLC

• IV3-G500CA Built-in amplifier type (Communication network)
• IV3-G500MA • IV3-500CA FTP Server
• IV3-G600CA • IV3-500MA
• IV3-G600MA • IV3-600CA
• IV3-600MA

For details about how to connect to the IV2 series and IV series, see the applicable user manual.

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 Installing the Software Changing the PC Settings
(IP Address Settings)
Required environment for the PC to be
connected • This section describes installation using the
example for Windows 10.
“Specifications” (page 4)For system requirements, • Log on with a user who has administrative
refer to “Specifications” (Page 4). privileges.
• Auto aquisition of IP address (DHCP server)
cannot be used due to the inability to connect
Installation with the sensor.

• This section describes installation using the

example for Windows 10.
• Exit or finish all other running software before the
installation.
• Log on with a user who has administrative
privileges.
• If the user account control window appears during
the installation, click the [Continue] button.
• If you have logged on with a user account that
does not have administrative privileges, input a
user account with administrative privileges and
the password.
1 Turn ON the power of the PC and start Windows.
1 Open the Control Panel.
2 Click ([Network and Internet]) - [Network and
Sharing Center].
3 Click [Change adapter settings] on the upper left
of the window.
4 Right-click the [Local Area Connection] icon and
select [Properties] from the displayed menu.
5 Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] and
click the [Properties] button.

2 Insert the “IV3-H1” disc into the media drive. 6 Select [Use the following IP address] and input
The selection window of an installation program activates the IP address and subnet mask.
using the auto run function of the PC. If the selection
window does not display, open the media drive from My
Computer and double-click “IV3 Launcher.exe”.

3 Select the software to install.

• When using the IV3 Series, click [IV3-Navigator].
• When using the IV2 Series, Click [IV2-Navigator].
• When using the IV Series, Click [IV-Navigator].

Setup example
The “InstallShield Wizard” window opens. • IP address: 192.168.10.1
• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
4 Follow the instructions in the window. To connect with the existing network, input the
IP address that was assigned by the network
administrator.

7 After setting is completed, click the [OK] button

and close all windows.

5 After the completion window for InstallShield

Wizard is displayed, click the [Finish] button.

6 Close the [IV3-Navigator Installer] window.

If using the IV2 Series or the IV Series, please
install the software corresponding to the device
you are using.

7 Remove the installation DVD.

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 Specifications

Model IV3-H1

Supported sensor IV3 series, IV2 series, IV series

Recording software For IV3 Series: IV3-Navigator, For IV2 Series: IV2-Navigator, For IV Series: IV-Navigator

Interface Equipped with the Ethernet (1000BASE-T) interface

Windows 10 Home/Pro/Enterprise
OS*1 Windows 7 (SP1 or higher) Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate;
either OS above needs to be pre-installed

Processor Needs to be compliant with system requirements for OS.

System
Memory capacity 4 GB or more
requirements
Required capacity for
4 GB or more
installation

Monitor Resolution: 1024 x 768 pixel or higher, Display: High Color (16bit) or higher

.NET Framework 4.5.2 must be installed*2

Operating conditions
Microsoft Visual C++ 2017 Redistributable Package must be installed.*2

*1 Supports 32-bit and 64-bit versions.

*2 If this software is not installed, it will be automatically installed when IV3-H1 is installed.

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