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Installation Instructions

Hy5B Vehicle Detector:  MX4125

Hy5B Installation

To install an Hy5B vehicle detector, you will need to take the following steps: 

Test the vehicle loop.

To use all the features of Hy5B, update the software version on the gate operator

to the latest version using S.T.A.R.T. and a PC laptop. Access free software

updates from the HySecurity website: 

www.hysecurity.com

Install the Hy5B vehicle detector.

Fully cycle the gate at least 2 times to allow the detector to adjust to the effects

of the gate during travel. Drive a test vehicle over the loops.

NOTE:

 For in depth aspects on all features of the Hy5B, see 

Hy5B User & Reference 

Guide

 found in the 

Tech Support

 section of our website.

Test the Vehicle Loop

Run diagnostic tests on the vehicle loops before installing Hy5B vehicle 
detectors to ensure the loops are in good working condition. The following 
tests cannot guarantee a functioning loop, but failure of either test means that 
the loop may be damaged or need to be replaced. 

1. Test – Measure the resistance of the loop and lead-in wire. It should not

exceed 4.0 ohms.

2. Test – Measure the resistance to earth ground with a Megohmeter

(Megger). It should be 100 Megohms or more. Below 50 mega-ohms, install
a new loop.

NOTE:

 Loops may function at 100 Megohms or less, but will not be reliable (for example, when 

the ground is wet from rainfall). A low megohm reading on the resistance to earth ground usually 
occurs due to broken or moisture saturated insulation. Be sure to use wire with a direct burial 
jacket such as XLPE or XHHW wire. Do NOT use THHN wire.

Check the Version of Software

1.

In the field, open the gate operator’s Control Box.

2. To view the software version, press the RESET key. To use Hy5B features, the

software version must be h4.55 or h5.56 (or higher). Otherwise, the Hy5B
reverts to Hy5A emulation mode.

Tools Needed

Wire cutters

Wire stripper

Megohmeter  (test the loops)

Parts in Box

Hy5B

3 plastic standoffs (use 2, 1 extra)

Installation Instructions

Table 1: LED Display Status

LED Activity 

Indicates

Condition & Resolution

OFF

Hy5A mode

Emulation mode. Some Hy5B features are unavailable.

GREEN 

PULSING

Heart beat

Normal operation.

RED 

ON

Call Mode

Status indicates loop activation in process.

RED FLASHING

View display for 

more information: 

Initializing

or

Faulty loop

If initializing, wait until initialization is complete. 

If flashing during loop operation, take following steps:

1. Check loop wiring. 

See 

Test the Vehicle Loop on page 2.

2. Replace loop.

3. If loop is not at issue, swap out Hy5B vehicle detector 

with a known operational Hy5B. 

4. If necessary, replace Hy5B.

Diagram 1.

Hy5B Vehicle Detector and Loop 

Vehicle loop features and 
functions explained on 
the front label.

Metal pins fit into a 
socket on the controller 
board.

Terminal Ground: Lightning protection  
Optional connection: 
Use where lightning strikes occur.

LED 

Underground 
Loop

Conduit to gate operator 
Houses lead in wire 

Loop wire

Push terminals for loop wire. 

Accepts 20 - 14 AWG

  

Strip length: 10mm (½ to 

⅜ 

inch)

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