Select a sensor mounting location based on application (Notification or Dwell Time)
OPTEX OVS-6000 Quick Setup Guide
For detailed information, please refer to the installation manual supplied with each sensor.
or
Note: Mount to the side if you don’t have vehicle clearance of the sensor (see above right); ensure vehicles will not strike the sensor.
The OVS-6000 utilizes an active infrared transmitter and photoelectric
receiver located in the rectangular sensor head. This Quick Setup Guide
will answer the most common installation questions, including: Mounting
location, aiming the sensor head to achieve proper detection, self-learning,
and programming.
After choosing the mounting location, open the box and remove
the sensor.
View the Transmitter, Receiver and Dipswitches. See below for detail of
dipswitch settings.
Notification
(detecting the approach of a vehicle) applications, vehicle clearance validation
Dwell Time
(detecting the presence of a stopped vehicle) applications, vehicle clearance validation
1
2
3
4
sensor
3-4’
sensor
3-4’
or
sensor
3 - 4’
sensor
3 - 4’
Note that the dipswitches are located behind the black cover, which
can be easily removed by pulling the cover forward.
5
(over)
* Aim detector beams in front of tube machine
Note: Mount to the side if you don’t have vehicle clearance of the sensor (see above right); ensure vehicles will not strike the sensor.
