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3 Installation
3.1 Emitter and Receiver Mounting
Banner MINI-ARRAY BASIC emitters and receivers are small, lightweight, and easy to mount. Two M6 × 1 T-nuts are
included for mounting, which are assembled in the housing. The mounting brackets are optional for mounting and allow ± 30
degrees rotation.
From a common point of reference, make measurements to position the emitter and receiver in the same plane with their
midpoints directly opposite each other. Mount the emitter and receiver T-nuts using the M6 screw and washer.
Although the internal circuitry of the emitter and receiver can withstand heavy impulse forces, vibration isolators can be used
to dampen impulse forces and prevent possible damage from resonant vibration of the emitter or receiver assembly. Two
different Anti-Vibration Mounting Kits are available from Banner. See Accessories on p. 14.
Figure 4. MINI-ARRAY emitter and receiver mounting hardware
Emitter
or
Reciever
M6 screw with
flat washer
1. Mount the emitter and receiver in their mounting T-nuts (see Figure 4 on p. 8).
2. Position the red lenses of the two units directly facing each other. The connector ends of both sensors must point in
the same direction.
3. Measure from one or more reference planes (such as the floor) to the same points on the emitter and receiver to
verify their mechanical alignment. If the sensors are positioned exactly vertical or exactly horizontal, a carpenter’s
level may be useful for checking alignment. Extending a straight-edge or a string between the sensors may help with
positioning.
4. Also check by eye for line-of-sight alignment.
5. Make any necessary final mechanical adjustments, and hand-tighten the bracket hardware.
6. Prepare the two integral 8-pin M12 male quick disconnect cables.
7. Connect the shielded cables to the emitter and receiver. Follow the local wiring code for low-voltage DC control
cables. The same cable type is used for both emitter and receiver (two cables required per system).
8. Route the cables to the terminal location.
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