CarSense 303™ Operating Instructions
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Document no.
10310104 Revision 1.8
11/1/2016
ABOVE-GRADE MOUNTING
When mounting above-grade, make sure that
the sensor is placed at a height to maximize the
sensitivity of the detector. This typically means
installing it at door level to prevent dropouts.
The maximum distance maintained between the
sensor and the vehicle should be less than five
feet (see
CS303 Sensitivity vs. Distance graph
on
the following page).
The sensor should be secured to the target
object to minimize any movement that might
provide false detections or dropouts. Securing the probe may be accomplished with at least one
1” ID pipe/conduit strap, such as Cantex part number 5133736. If plastic straps are not available,
steel may be used, but should be placed towards the cable-end of the probe to avoid sensitivity
related issues. The flat pack can be secured with cable ties and suitable mounts.
The sensor can be installed inside of any non-ferrous architectural structures, such as fiberglass,
plastic, aluminum, etc.
Cabling should be enclosed in conduit to minimize environmental degradation.
Sensitive area vs. Sensitivity adjustment
Installation (continued)
Area (ft.)
Height at
the center
(ft)
Sensitivity
(adjustment
setting)
1x1
1
2
2x2
2
3
3x3
3
4
4x4
4
6
5x5
5
7
