R-GAGE
®
Q130RA Sensor
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions208831 Rev. B15 May 2019
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208831
Page 1: ...R GAGE Q130RA Sensor Instruction Manual Original Instructions 208831 Rev B 15 May 2019 Banner Engineering Corp All rights reserved 208831 ...
Page 2: ...ve Sensor Data Controls 11 5 Remote Input 12 5 1 Teach Output 1 Switch Point 12 5 2 Remote Setup 13 5 3 Set the Sensitivity 14 6 Reset the Sensor to Factory Defaults 15 6 1 Factory Default Settings 15 7 Specifications 16 7 1 FCC Part 15 and CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B 16 7 2 PC Requirements 17 7 3 Beam Patterns 17 7 4 Dimensions 20 8 Windows 21 9 Update the Software 22 10 Accessories 23 10 1 Configuratio...
Page 3: ... energized on or de energized off output condition 1 1 Models Models Maximum Range Beam Angle Telecom Approval1 Output Connection2 Q130RA 9076 AFQ 24 m 78 7 ft 90 76 Telecom approved for US UK Europe China Australia and New Zealand Bipolar NPN PNP N O N C Configurable Integral 5 pin Euro style M12 quick disconnect QD Q130RA 2450 AFQ 40 m 131 2 ft 24 50 1 2 Overview The R GAGE sensor emits a well d...
Page 4: ...ion software and Pro Converter Cable to set up the R GAGE sensor For more information visit www bannerengineering com us en products sensors software radar configuration html 1 4 Features and Indicators 1 3 4 2 Figure 2 R GAGE Features LED Color Description 1 Power Green Power ON 2 Signal Strength Red Flashes in proportion to the signal strength 3 Output 1 Amber Output energized 4 Output 2 Amber O...
Page 5: ...e the returned signal strength is below the user defined threshold The flash rate increases as the signal strength increases Flashing Normally Open On Normally Closed Off A target is detected and the returned signal strength is stronger than the user defined threshold The flash rate increases as the signal strength increases On Normally Open On Normally Closed Off A target is detected and the sign...
Page 6: ... mounting screws at this time 3 Check the device alignment This is done via the red Signal Strength LED or the Banner Radar Configuration Software 4 Tighten the mounting screws to secure the device or the device and the bracket in the aligned position 2 3 Wiring shield QD cordset Remote TEACH 3 1 2 4 5 12 30V dc Load 1 Load 2 Key 1 Brown 2 White 3 Blue 4 Black 5 Gray Connect for use with remote in...
Page 7: ...gate to and open the downloaded file 3 Click Install to begin the installation process 4 Depending on your system settings a popup window may appear prompting to allow Banner Radar Configuration to make changes to your computer Click Yes 5 Click Close to exit the installer R GAGE Q130RA Sensor www bannerengineering com Tel 1 888 373 6767 7 ...
Page 8: ...r Radar Configuration and Pro Converter Cable Figure 4 Banner Radar Configuration Software 1 Navigation toolbar Use this toolbar to connect to the sensor to save or load a configuration or to reset to factory defaults 2 Live Sensor Data and Legend Shows the signal strength versus distance for the connected sensor as well as options to select which data displays on the graph 3 Summary pane Displays...
Page 9: ...owing option is available About Select to view the software version number the copyright notice and the warranty 4 2 Live Sensor Data and Legend The Live Sensor Data area displays the live distance and amplitude signal from the connected radar sensor The signal strength threshold switch point and hysteresis are also plotted Use these signals to evaluate targets to determine where the signal streng...
Page 10: ...s output to change Hysteresis Displays the hysteresis value in meters Hysteresis defines the difference in distance between where the output turns on and off Hysteresis is intended to prevent the output from chattering On Output On Off Output On Off Off Hysteresis Switch Point Hysteresis Switch Point On Off Normally Closed Output Setting Normally Open Figure 5 How hysteresis affects the sensor out...
Page 11: ...figuration To restart data sampling click Play This only samples data from the sensor and displays it on the plot it does not record the data to a log file To record data to a log file click Record The log file selection prompt displays Save the log file as desired The log file format is Common Data Format v3 7 0 R GAGE Q130RA Sensor www bannerengineering com Tel 1 888 373 6767 11 ...
Page 12: ...Point 0 04 seconds T 0 8 seconds Timing between Pulse groups 1 second Pulse Timing T Gray wire is remote teach input 1x Output 1 Mode 3x 1x Signal Strength Threshold 1 2x Signal Strength Threshold 1 13 3x Signal Strength Threshold 1 25 4x Signal Strength Threshold 1 5 5x Signal Strength Threshold 2 6x Signal Strength Threshold 5 7x Signal Strength Threshold 6 5 8x Signal Strength Threshold 7 5 Sen...
Page 13: ...5 meters 1 6 feet beyond the location of the target farther away from the sensor s face Use Switch Point Object Teach so that the sensor can reliably detect when a target is in the same position as when it was configured Switch Point Background Teach sets the switch point 1 meter 3 3 feet in front of the target closer to the sensor s face Use Switch Point Background Teach to reliably ignore the ta...
Page 14: ...h Threshold 1 13 3 T T T T T Signal Strength Threshold 1 25 4 T T T T T T T Signal Strength Threshold 1 5 5 T T T T T T T T T Signal Strength Threshold 2 6 T T T T T T T T T T T Signal Strength Threshold 5 7 T T T T T T T T T T T T T Signal Strength Threshold 6 5 8 T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Signal Strength Threshold 7 5 The signal strength is set and the green power LED on the sensor flashes t...
Page 15: ...Using the Banner Radar Configuration Software Go to Sensor Factory Reset The sensor indicators flash once the sensor is reset back to the factory default settings and a confirmation message displays Reset Using the Remote Input Eight pulse the remote input to apply the factory defaults T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T 6 1 Factory Default Settings Setting Factory Default Distance Switch Point 9076 mod...
Page 16: ...es in each of the three axes at resonant frequency or at 55 Hz Shock All models meet IEC 60947 5 2 Shock 30G peak acceleration 11 ms pulse duration half sine wave pulse shape Operating Temperature 40 C to 65 C 40 F to 149 F Environmental Rating IEC IP67 Connections Integral 5 pin M12 Euro style quick disconnect Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset Certifications E224071 UL Envir...
Page 17: ...nd the properties of the target 7 3 Model 2450 Typical Beam Pattern with BRTR CC20E Radar Target Radar Cross Section 50 m2 Typical Beam Pattern with 4 different targets with Signal Strength Threshold 1 Left Right Beam Pattern 0 10 m 10 m 20 m 20 m 10 m 20 m 30 m 40 m 0 50 m a b c d e f g h Left Right Beam Pattern 0 10 m 10 m 20 m Target 1 Target 4 20 m 10 m 20 m 30 m 40 m 50 m 0 1 4 3 Microsoft an...
Page 18: ... f g h Distance Beam Pattern Signal Strength Threshold a 7 50 b 6 50 c 5 00 d 2 00 e 1 50 f 1 25 g 1 13 h 1 00 Up Down Beam Pattern 0 10 m 10 m 20 m Target 1 Target 4 20 m 10 m 20 m 30 m 40 m 50 m 0 4 1 Distance 1 Weak Object Radar cross section 0 25 m2 2 Car Radar cross section 3 m2 3 Large Truck Radar cross section 50 m2 4 Passenger Train Radar cross section 300 m2 R GAGE Q130RA Sensor 18 www ba...
Page 19: ... m 30 m 40 m b c d a Distance Beam Pattern Signal Strength Threshold a 4 50 b 1 75 c 1 25 d 1 00 Left Right Beam Pattern 20 m 10 m 0 m 10 m 20 m 0 10 m 20 m 30 m 40 m Target 4 Target 1 1 2 3 4 Distance 1 Weak Object Radar cross section 0 25 m2 2 Car Radar cross section 3 m2 3 Large Truck Radar cross section 50 m2 4 Passenger Train Radar cross section 300 m2 R GAGE Q130RA Sensor www bannerengineeri...
Page 20: ...7 4 Dimensions All measurements are listed in millimeters inches unless noted otherwise R GAGE Q130RA Sensor 20 www bannerengineering com Tel 1 888 373 6767 ...
Page 21: ...the window which will repeat every 6 1 mm of distance between the sensor and the window The positions of maximum reflection from the window repeat between the minimums and decrease in effect until the window is approximately 150 mm 5 9 in away Consult the factory for pre tested window materials which can be used at any distance without issue Additionally the face of the window should be protected ...
Page 22: ... Radar Configuration Software closes and an installer BannerRadarConfigInstaller exe downloads to the desktop Note If changes have not been written to the sensor the system asks whether you want to exit the program Click No to stop the update process and return to the Software Write the changes to the sensor then return to step 1 above to update the Software 3 Navigate to and open the file BannerR...
Page 23: ...30 ft MQDEC2 550 15 2 m 50 ft MQDEC2 506RA 1 83 m 6 ft Right Angle 32 Typ 1 26 30 Typ 1 18 ø 14 5 0 57 M12 x 1 MQDEC2 515RA 4 57 m 15 ft MQDEC2 530RA 9 14 m 30 ft MQDEC2 550RA 15 2 m 50 ft 10 3 Brackets and Enclosures SMBQ240SS1 Sensor mounting plate and pivoting bracket Provides 20 of tilt in one axis for enhanced sensor alignment 12 gauge stainless steel Sensor can mount on bracket horizontally ...
Page 24: ...e Supports both horizontal and vertical sensor mounting Required if the R GAGE is exposed to rain or snow Prevents buildup of water or ice from interfering with sensor performance R GAGE Q130RA Sensor 24 www bannerengineering com Tel 1 888 373 6767 ...
Page 25: ...um systems requirements The above limitations apply even if Banner and its affiliates and channel partners have been advised of the possibility of such damages This Agreement sets forth the entire liability of Banner its affiliates and your exclusive remedy with respect to the software use You agree to indemnify and hold Banner and its affiliates and channel partners harmless from any and all clai...
Page 26: ...mally closed 10 normally open 10 O off delay 10 on delay 10 output filtering 10 output LED 4 output status 10 P PC requirements 17 power LED 4 R range X 9 Y 9 S signal strength 10 signal strength LED 4 software 4 22 T total response time 10 X X range 9 Y Y range 9 Z zone 10 ...
