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Q5X Laser Triangulation Sensor with Dual
Mode for Jam Detection
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
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14 September 2020
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Contents
1 Product Description .........................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Models ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Laser Description and Safety Information ...................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Features .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.1 Display and Indicators ..............................................................................................................................................................5
1.4.2 Buttons .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2 Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Sensor Orientation .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Mount the Device ............................................................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.4 Cleaning and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
2.5 Connecting to RSD1 ....................................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.6 Button Map from RSD1 to Sensor .................................................................................................................................................10
3 Sensor Programming .....................................................................................................................................................11
3.1 Channel 1 and Channel 2 (CH1/CH2) ........................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Setup Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
3.2.1 Output ................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.2.2 TEACH Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
3.2.3 Adaptive Tracking ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
3.2.4 Window Size ..........................................................................................................................................................................15
3.2.5 Background Suppression ......................................................................................................................................................15
3.2.6 Response Speed ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2.7 Output Timing Delays ............................................................................................................................................................16
3.2.8 Zero Reference Location .......................................................................................................................................................17
3.2.9 Shift the Zero Reference Location after a TEACH ................................................................................................................ 17
3.2.10 Offset ...................................................................................................................................................................................18
3.2.11 Display View ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19
3.2.12 Units .................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.2.13 Output Type Polarity ........................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.2.14 Exit Setup Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................19
3.2.15 Reset to Factory Defaults ....................................................................................................................................................19
3.3 Manual Adjustments ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20
3.4 Remote Input ................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
3.4.1 Select the TEACH Mode Using the Remote Input ................................................................................................................ 21
3.4.2 Reset to Factory Defaults Using the Remote Input ...............................................................................................................21
3.5 Locking and Unlocking the Sensor Buttons ................................................................................................................................. 21
3.6 TEACH Procedures .......................................................................................................................................................................22
3.6.1 Two-Point Static Background Suppression ..........................................................................................................................22
3.6.2 Dynamic Background Suppression ........................................................................................................................................24
3.6.3 One-Point Window (Foreground Suppression) ..................................................................................................................... 25
3.6.4 One-Point Background Suppression .................................................................................................................................... 26
3.6.5 Dual (Intensity + Distance) .....................................................................................................................................................28
3.6.6 Jam Retroreflective ............................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.6.7 Jam Background Suppression ..............................................................................................................................................30
3.7 Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM) Output ..................................................................................................................................32
3.8 Sync Master/Slave ........................................................................................................................................................................32
4 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................ 33
4.1 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.2 Performance Curves ...................................................................................................................................................................... 36
5 Additional Information .................................................................................................................................................. 37
5.1 Dual (Intensity + Distance) Mode ...................................................................................................................................................37
5.2 Dual Mode Reference Surface Considerations ............................................................................................................................. 37
5.3 Dual Mode Considerations for Clear and Transparent Object Detection ..................................................................................... 37
5.4 Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................................................................. 38
6 Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................... 42
6.1 Cordsets ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 42
6.2 Brackets .........................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.3 Reference Targets .........................................................................................................................................................................43
6.4 RSD1 Remote Display ................................................................................................................................................................... 43
7 Product Support and Maintenance .............................................................................................................................. 44
7.1 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................ 44
7.2 Contact Us .....................................................................................................................................................................................44
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Q5X Laser Triangulation Sensor with Dual Mode for Jam Detection

1 Product Description
Class 2 laser CMOS sensor with dual outputs. Patent pending.
• Laser triangulation sensor with enhanced Dual Mode algorithm optimized for Jam
Detection
• Range from 95 mm to 2000 mm (9.5 cm to 200 cm)
• Bright output indicators and real-time distance feedback provide easy set up and
troubleshooting for reduced installation costs
•Exceptionally high excess gain enables the sensor to reliably detect the darkest
objects (< 6% reflective black targets), including black targets against a black
background, black targets against a shiny metal background, clear and reflective
objects, multicolor packaging, and targets of all colors
• Dual independent output channels
• Optional Remote Sensor Display (RSD) (available separately) enables remote
programming and monitoring
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to serious injury
or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in
personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-
energized sensor output condition.
1.1 Models
Model Sensing Range Channel 1 Default Channel 2 Default Connection
Q5XKLAF2000-Q8-JAM 95 mm to 2000 mm (9.5
cm to 200 cm)
Push/pull output
User selectable to be fixed
NPN or PNP
PNP output or user selectable
multi-function
User selectable to be fixed
NPN or PNP
270° rotatable Integral 4-pin
M12/Euro-style male quick
disconnect
1.2 Overview
The Q5X Laser Triangulation Sensor with Dual Mode for Jam Detection is a Class 2 laser CMOS sensor with a multifunction
input and output.
The normal sensor state is Run mode. From Run mode, users may change the switch point value and channel selection and
perform the selected TEACH method.
The secondary sensor state is Setup mode. From Setup mode, users may select the TEACH mode, adjust all standard
operating parameters, and perform a factory reset.
1.3 Laser Description and Safety Information
CAUTION:
•Return defective units to the manufacturer.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not attempt to disassemble this sensor for repair. A defective unit must be returned to the
manufacturer.
1.3 Class 2 Laser Models
CAUTION:
•Never stare directly into the sensor lens.
• Laser light can damage your eyes.
• Avoid placing any mirror-like object in the beam. Never use a mirror as a retroreflective target.
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For Safe Laser Use - Class 2 Lasers
• Do not stare at the laser.
• Do not point the laser at a person’s eye.
•Mount open laser beam paths either above or below eye level, where practical.
• Terminate the beam emitted by the laser product at the end of its useful path.
Reference IEC 60825-1:2007, Section 8.2.
Class 2 Lasers
Class 2 lasers are lasers that emit visible radiation in the wavelength range from 400
nm to 700 nm, where eye protection is normally afforded by aversion responses,
including the blink reflex. This reaction may be expected to provide adequate
protection under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, including the use of
optical instruments for intrabeam viewing.
LASER LIGHT
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1:2007. Wavelength
640-670nm; 1.0mW max. Complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice
No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.
Figure 1. FDA (CDRH) warning label (Class
2)
Class 2 Laser Safety Notes
Low-power lasers are, by definition, incapable of causing eye injury within the
duration of a blink (aversion response) of 0.25 seconds. They also must emit only
visible wavelengths (400 to 700 nm). Therefore, an ocular hazard may exist only if
individuals overcome their natural aversion to bright light and stare directly into the
laser beam.
Output: < 1.0 mW Laser wavelength: 640 to 670 nm Pulse Duration: 20 µs to 2 ms
1.4 Features
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23
1. Two output indicators (amber)
2. Display
3. Buttons
1.4.1 Display and Indicators
The display is a 4-digit, 7-segment LED. Run mode is the primary view displayed.
For JRET, JBGS, 2-pt, BGS, FGS, and DYN TEACH modes, the display shows the current distance to the target in
centimeters. For Dual TEACH mode, the display shows the percentage matched to the taught reference surface. A display
value of indicates the sensor has not been taught.
Figure 2. Display in Run Mode
STB FLO RET BGS
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1. Stability Indicator (STB—Green)
2. Active TEACH Indicators
• FLO—Amber
•RET—Amber
• BGS—Amber
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Output Indicator
• On—Output is on
• Off—Output is off
Stability Indicator (STB)
•On—Stable signal within the specified sensing range
• Flashing—Marginal signal, the target is outside the
limits of the specified sensing range, or a multiple
peak condition exists
• Off—No target detected within the specified sensing
range
Active TEACH Indicators (FLO, RET, BGS)
• RET on—Jam Retroreflective TEACH mode selected
(default)
• BGS on—Jam Background Suppression TEACH
mode selected
•RET and BGS on—Foreground suppression TEACH
mode selected
• BGS and FLO on—Background suppression TEACH
mode selected
• FLO and RET on—Dynamic TEACH mode selected
• RET, FLO, and BGS all off—Two-point TEACH mode
selected
• RET, FLO, and BGS all on—Dual TEACH mode
selected
1.4.2 Buttons
Use the sensor buttons (SELECT)(TEACH), (+)(CH1/CH2), and (-)(MODE) to program the sensor.
(SELECT)(TEACH)
• Press to select menu items in Setup mode
• Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds to start the
currently selected TEACH mode (the default is Jam
Retroreflective TEACH)
(+)(CH1/CH2)
• Press to navigate the sensor menu in Setup mode
• Press to change setting values; press and hold to
increase numeric values
•Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds to switch
between Channel 1 and Channel 2
(-)(MODE)
• Press to navigate the sensor menu in Setup mode
• Press to change setting values; press and hold to
decrease numeric values
•Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds to enter
Setup mode
Note: When navigating the menu, the
menu items loop.
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2 Installation
2.1 Sensor Orientation
Optimize detection reliability and minimum object separation performance with correct sensor-to-target orientation. To
ensure reliable detection, orient the sensor as shown in relation to the target to be detected.
Figure 3. Optimal Orientation of Target to Sensor
See the following figures for examples of correct and incorrect sensor-to-target orientation as certain placements may pose
problems for sensing some targets. The Q5X can be used in the less preferred orientation and at steep angles of incidence
and still provide reliable detection performance due to its high excess gain. For the minimum object separation distance
required for each case, refer to Performance Curves on p. 36.
Incorrect
Correct
CC
Figure 4. Orientation by a wall
CC
Incorrect
Correct
Figure 5. Orientation for a moving object
CC
Incorrect
Correct
Figure 6. Orientation for a height difference
Horizontal
Orientation
Vertical
Orientation
(Optimal)
CC
Figure 7. Orientation for a color or luster
difference
Reflective
Surface
(optional)
Figure 8. Orientation for highly reflective target1
2.2 Mount the Device
1. If a bracket is needed, mount the device onto the bracket.
2. Mount the device (or the device and the bracket) to the machine or equipment at the desired location. Do not tighten
the mounting screws at this time.
3. Check the device alignment.
4. Tighten the mounting screws to secure the device (or the device and the bracket) in the aligned position.
1Applying tilt to sensor may improve performance on reflective targets. The direction and magnitude of the tilt depends on the application, but a 15° tilt is often sufficient.
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2.3 Wiring Diagram
4
1
3
2
10-30V dc
CH1
CH2
+
–
PUSH-PULL
Load
Load
Figure 9. Channel 2 as PNP Discrete or PFM Output
4
1
3
2
10-30V dc
CH1
CH2
+
–
PUSH-PULL
Load
Remote
Input
Figure 10. Channel 2 as Remote Input
1
4
3
2
Key
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
Note: Open lead wires must be connected to a terminal block.
Note: The Channel 2 wire function and polarity is user-selectable. The default for the wire is PNP
output.
NPN Discrete Outputs
4
1
3
2
10-30V dc
CH1
CH2
+
–
Load
Load
Figure 11. Channel 1 = NPN Output, Channel 2 = NPN Output
PNP Discrete Outputs
4
1
3
2
10-30V dc
CH1
CH2
+
–
Load
Load
Figure 12. Channel 1 = PNP Output, Channel 2 = PNP Output
NPN Output and Remote Input
4
1
3
2
10-30V dc
CH1
CH2
+
–
Load
Remote
Input
Figure 13. Channel 1 = NPN Output, Channel 2 = NPN Remote Input
PNP Output and Remote Input
4
1
3
2
10-30V dc
CH1
CH2
+
–
Load
Remote
Input
Figure 14. Channel 1 = PNP Output, Channel 2 = PNP Remote Input
2.4 Cleaning and Maintenance
Handle the sensor with care during installation and operation. Sensor windows soiled by fingerprints, dust, water, oil, etc.
may create stray light that may degrade the peak performance of the sensor. Blow the window clear using filtered,
compressed air, then clean as necessary using only water and a lint-free cloth.
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2.5 Connecting to RSD1
The following diagram depicts the connection of the Q5X to the optional RSD1 accessory.
MQDC-4501SS
Double Ended Sensor Pin 2 to Pin 5
MQDC-4506SS
MQDEC3-503SS
Double Ended Shielded
MQDEC3-506SS
MQDEC3-515SS
MQDEC3-530SS
MQDEC2-506
Flying Lead Shielded
MQDEC2-515
MQDEC2-530
RSD1
Q5X
Figure 15. Q5X to RSD1
Use these cordsets to connect the RSD1 to the Q5X sensor.
4-Pin Female and 5-Pin Male Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordset—Double Ended
Model Length "L1" Style Pinout
MQDC-4501SS 0.30 m (0.98 ft)
Female Straight/ Male Straight
Male
1
4
5
3
2
1 = Brown
2 = Not Used
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = White
MQDC-4506SS 1.83 m (6.00 ft)
M12 X 1.0
43.5 ± 0.5
“L1”
ø 5.9
M12 X 1.0
ø 14.5 ø 14.5
40 ± 0.5
Female
1
2
34
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
Use these cordsets to connect the RSD1 to any PLC or IO block.
5-Pin Male Threaded and 5-Pin Female Quick Disconnect M12/Euro-Style Cordset with Shield—Double Ended
Model Length "L1" Style Pinout (Male) Pinout (Female)
MQDEC3-503SS 0.91 m (2.99 ft)
Female Straight/Male Straight
1
4
5
3
2
2
3
4
1
5
MQDEC3-506SS 1.83 m (6 ft)
MQDEC3-515SS 4.58 m (15 ft)
MQDEC3-530SS 9.2 m (30.2 ft)
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5-Pin Male Threaded and 5-Pin Female Quick Disconnect M12/Euro-Style Cordset with Shield—Double Ended
Model Length "L1" Style Pinout (Male) Pinout (Female)
M12 X 1.0 - 6 g
14.5
ø 5.9
14.5
“L1”
47.4 47.4
M12 X 1.0 - 6 H
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets with Shield—Single Ended
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDEC2-506 2 m (6.56 ft)
Straight
44 Typ.
ø 14.5
M12 x 1
2
3
4
1
5
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
MQDEC2-515 5 m (16.4 ft)
MQDEC2-530 9 m (29.5 ft)
MQDEC2-550 15 m (49.2 ft)
MQDEC2-506RA 2 m (6.56 ft)
Right-Angle
32 Typ.
[1.26"]
30 Typ.
[1.18"]
ø 14.5 [0.57"]
M12 x 1
MQDEC2-515RA 5 m (16.4 ft)
MQDEC2-530RA 9 m (29.5 ft)
MQDEC2-550RA 15 m (49.2 ft)
2.6 Button Map from RSD1 to Sensor
Refer to this table for the RSD1 button association with your sensor.
Device Up Button Down Button Enter Button Escape Button
RSD1
Q4X and Q5X N/A
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3 Sensor Programming
Program the sensor using the buttons on the sensor or the remote input (limited programming options).
In addition to programming the sensor, use the remote input to disable the buttons for security, preventing unauthorized or
accidental programming changes. See Locking and Unlocking the Sensor Buttons for more information.
3.1 Channel 1 and Channel 2 (CH1/CH2)
Press CH1/CH2 button to switch between Channel 1 and Channel 2. Within each channel there are options specific to that
channel. For settings that are common to both channels, the menus are only available in Channel 1. The default is Channel
1.
To switch between Channel 1 and Channel 2:
1. Press and hold CH1/CH2 for longer than 2 seconds. The current selection displays.
2. Press CH1/CH2 again. The new selection flashes slowly.
3. Press SELECT to change the Channel and return to Run mode.
Note: If neither SELECT nor CH1/CH2 are pressed after step 2, the new selection flashes slowly for a few
seconds, then flashes quickly and the sensor automatically changes the Channel and returns to Run
mode.
3.2 Setup Mode
Access Setup mode and the sensor menu from Run mode by pressing and holding MODE for longer than 2 seconds. Use
and to navigate through the menu. Press SELECT to select a menu option and access the submenus. Use and
to navigate through the submenus. Press SELECT to select a submenu option and return to the top menu, or press and
hold SELECT for longer than 2 seconds to select a submenu option and return immediately to Run mode.
To exit Setup mode and return to Run mode, navigate to and press SELECT.
Note: The number that follows a menu option, for example , indicates the channel that is selected.
For menu items without a number (excluding submenu items), these menu options are only available from
Channel 1 and the settings apply to both channels.
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no: do not reset to factory defaults
yes: reset to factory defaults
Top Menu Sub Menu
off: no delays enabled
on: enable on and/or off delay (set value in Delay Timer menu)
1 Shot, fixed output pulse duration
Totalizer
sec range, set Delay Timer value (seconds have decimal)
display on
display on, inverted
display off (enters sleep mode after 60 seconds)
display off, inverted (enters sleep mode after 60 seconds)
end: exit setup
to
Teach Selection CH1
Output CH1
Window Size CH1 *
Response Speed CH1 & CH2
Output Timing Delays CH1
Delay Timer CH1 ***
Offset CH1 ****
Display Read CH1 & CH2
Exit Setup
Reset to Factory Defaults CH1 & CH2
Available when
set to
Available when
set to ms
( default setting)
Light Operate
Dark Operate
Jam Retroreflective
Jam Background Suppression
0.1 to 191 cm for 2000 mm models
Auto
Menu not present when is set to
( and default to 0, defaults to 10)
Set Value:
Background Suppression CH1 **
Channel 1
Window Size menu is available when Teach CH1 is set to Jam Retroreflective
Background Suppression menu is available when Teach CH1 is set to
Jam Background Suppression
near: set zero displayed value to the housing face
far: set zero displayed value to maximum detection range
Select Zero Reference Location CH1 & CH2
Time Selection CH1
on: move the zero point after each teach
off: zero point is either at the housing face or maximum
detection range
Shift Zero Reference after Teach CH1 & CH2
available when
set to
or
Offset menu is available when Teach CH1 is set to Jam Retroreflective
or Jam Background Suppression
2000 mm Model Response Speeds
set Response Speed to 15 ms
set Response Speed to 50 ms
set Response Speed to 25 ms
-191 cm to 191 cm for 2000 mm models
centimeter (with decimal point at < 100 cm)
inch (with decimal point at < 40 inches)
Distance Unit CH1 & CH2
IO-Link on Pin 4, PNP on Pin 2
Fixed PNP on Pins 2, 4
Output Type Polarity
Fixed NPN on Pins 2, 4
dt1 Range: 1 ms to 90 s or 10 ms to 90 s,
depending on response speed setting
Set Value: 1.0 s to 25.0 s for 2000 mm models
Set Value: 9.5 cm to 200 cm for 2000 mm models
Figure 16. Sensor Menu Map—Channel 1
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Top Menu Sub Menu
off: no delays enabled
on: enable on and/or off delay (set value in Delay Timer menu)
1 Shot, fixed output pulse duration
Total
end: exit setup
Teach Selection CH2
Output CH2
Window Size CH2 ***
Output Timing Delays CH2
Offset CH2 ‡
Exit Setup
( default setting)
Light Operate
Dark Operate
Complimentary to Output 1
Adaptive Tracking CH2 **
off: Adaptive Tracking off
High-Speed Adaptive Tracking on
on: Adaptive Tracking on
Channel 2
Adaptive Tracking menu is available when Teach CH2 is set to Dual Mode
Time selection menu is available when Teach CH2 is set to Jam Retroreflective or Jam Background Suppression
laser off when pulled high
laser on when pulled high
set: Remote Teach input
master
slave
pulse
sec range, set Delay Timer value (seconds have decimal)
to
ms
Menu not present when is set to
( and defaults to 0, defaults to 10)
Delay Timer CH2 *****
Available when
set to
Available when
set to
available when
set to
or
Menu items only available when
out2 is set to LO or DO
=
Auto
Set Value:
Offset menu is available when Teach CH2 is set to Foreground Suppression, Background Suppression,
Jam Retroreflective, or Jam Background Suppression
-191 cm to 191 cm for 2000 mm models
0.1 to 191 cm for 2000 mm models
Window Size menu is available when Teach CH2 is set to Foreground Suppression or Jam Retroreflective
Set value 0.1 to 200 cm
Sensor controls hysteresis dependent on distance value
Set value -0.1 to -200 cm
Hysteresis CH2 †
dt1 range: 1 ms to 90 s or 10 ms to 90 s, depending on response speed setting
Hysteresis menu is available when Teach CH2 is set to Two-Point Static,
Dynamic, or Background Suppression
Two-Point Static Teach
Dynamic Teach
Background Suppression
Foreground Suppression
Dual Mode
Jam Retroreflective
Jam Background Suppression
Time Selection CH2 *
Set Value: 1.0 s to 25.0 s for 2000 mm models
Background Suppression CH2 ****
Background Suppression menu is available when Teach CH2 is set to Jam Background Suppression
Set Value: 9.5 cm to 200 cm for 2000 mm models
†
‡
Figure 17. Sensor Menu Map—Channel 2
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3.2.1 Output
Note: The number that follows out on the display indicates which channel is selected.
The Output 1 menu is available in Channel 1. Use this menu to select light operate (LO) or dark operate (DO). The default
output configuration is light operate. To switch between light operate and dark operate, select the desired menu option.
•—Light operate
• —Dark operate
The Output 2 menu is available in Channel 2. Use this menu to set the output configuration for Channel 2. The default is
light operate.
•—Light operate
• —Dark operate
•—Complementary to output 1
• —Remote TEACH input
•—Laser off when pulled high
• —Laser on when pulled high
•—Master sync line output for two-sensor cross-talk avoidance
• —Slave sync line output for two-sensor cross-talk avoidance
• —Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM) output (see Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM) Output on p. 32)
To configure the sensor for master-slave operation, see Sync Master/Slave on p. 32.
3.2.2 TEACH Mode
Use this menu to select the TEACH mode. The default is two-point TEACH. For Channel 2, this menu is available when the
output is set to light operate or dark operate.
Note: The number that follows tch on the display indicates which channel is selected.
• —Two-point static background suppression
•—Dynamic background suppression
• —One-point window (foreground suppression)
•—One-point background suppression
•—Dual (intensity + distance) window
•—Jam retroreflective
• —Jam background suppression
After the TEACH mode is selected, from Run mode, press and hold TEACH for longer than 2 seconds to start the TEACH
mode and program the sensor. See TEACH Procedures on p. 22 for additional information and remote input TEACH
instructions.
3.2.3 Adaptive Tracking
In adaptive tracking mode, the laser intensity changes to compensate for a loss in excess gain - normally caused by a dirty
lens.
When operating in dual mode, the Adaptive Tracking Algorithm adjusts the switching thresholds (distance and intensity)
around a taught reference surface. Adaptive tracking adjusts for small variations in the reference surface to maintain a
consistent 100P (100%) on the display and to ensure reliable detection. The Adaptive Tracking menu is only available when
Teach Ch1 is set to Dual Mode
Adjustment of the thresholds only occurs when the reference surface is visible to the senor (that is, no target is present).
The Adaptive Tracking Algorithm can reduce or eliminate the need to periodically re-teach the sensor as environmental
conditions change around the sensor.
Enable or disable the Adaptive Tracking Algorithm from the sensor menu. The appropriate speed depends on the
application. This menu is available only if dual (intensity + distance) mode is selected. For Channel 2, the output must be set
to light operate or dark operate.
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Note: The number that follows trc on the display indicates which channel is selected.
• —High-Speed Adaptive Tracking On
•—Adaptive Tracking On
• —Adaptive Tracking Off (default)
OFF disables the Adaptive Tracking Algorithm—Prevents the sensor from adjusting the thresholds around the taught
reference surface while the sensor is in dual mode. The sensor will not adapt to or learn any target. Environmental changes
may cause the displayed value to deviate from 100P (100%) over time. A periodic re-teach of the reference surface may be
required to restore the displayed value to 100P if this is important to the application.
There are some cases in which disabling adaptive tracking is useful. For example, disable adaptive tracking if the target
passes very slowly through the sensing beam, if the target might stop while partially blocking the beam, and if the
environmental conditions are stable.
ON enables the Adaptive Tracking Algorithm at the standard speed—Recommended for many applications detecting low
contrast targets. Standard adaptive tracking adjusts the thresholds around slowly changing background and environmental
conditions. It adjusts the sensor for stable detection when the environment changes due to gradual dust accumulation,
machine vibration, or ambient temperature changes which influence the signal from the reference surface. Standard
adaptive tracking will not easily adapt to or learn slow moving, low contrast targets (for example, clear targets entering and
exiting the beam over approximately 2 seconds).
HS enables the Adaptive Tracking Algorithm at high speed—Optional adaptive tracking setting used with dual mode. Use
high speed adaptive tracking when the signal from the reference surface changes quickly due to unstable environmental
conditions and high contrast and high-speed targets are being detected. High speed adaptive tracking adjusts the sensor
for stable detection in challenging environmental conditions such as dust accumulation, machine vibration, ambient
temperature changes, or a non-stable reference surface (for example, a running belt or web which influences the signal from
the reference surface). For example, if the signal from the reference surface changes by 10% due to environmental effects,
high speed adaptive tracking adjusts the displayed value back to 100P (100%) over 2 to 3 seconds.
High speed adaptive tracking addresses certain applications where the reference surface is not stable, but the sensor must
detect high speed and high contrast targets reliably. With high speed adaptive tracking there is the potential for the sensor
to adapt the thresholds to slow moving or low contrast targets, leading to missed detection events. If the detection events
are generating small signal changes of similar magnitude to the background changes, detection problems are likely.
Stabilize the reference surface to avoid this problem.
3.2.4 Window Size
Use this menu to manually set a window size for subsequent TEACH operations. This menu is available only if one-point
window (foreground suppression) mode or jam retroreflective mode is selected. The default selection is Auto, where the
foreground suppression (FGS) window size is automatically calculated.
This setting is automatically applied during any subsequent teach operation. The window size value represents a ±cm value,
so the total window size is twice this value. For example, a window set of 10 cm gives a 20 cm window centered around the
taught point. The window size can also be changed directly from Run mode after changing the setting to any value except
Auto. For Channel 2, the output must be set to light operate or dark operate.
Values: 0.1 cm to 191 cm
3.2.5 Background Suppression
Use this menu to manually set the background suppression point for the jam background suppression mode. This menu is
available only if jam background suppression mode is selected. This point can also be set via the TEACH procedure.
Measurements beyond this set point are qualified as not jammed.
3.2.6 Response Speed
Use this menu to select the response speed.
Default: 50 milliseconds
Table 1: Tradeoffs
Response Speed Response Speed in Sync Mode Repeatability Ambient Light Rejection Excess Gain
15 ms 30 ms 3 ms Enabled See Excess Gain in Specifications on
p. 33
25 ms 50 ms 5 ms Enabled
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Response Speed Response Speed in Sync Mode Repeatability Ambient Light Rejection Excess Gain
50 ms 100 ms 10 ms Enabled
3.2.7 Output Timing Delays
Use this menu to select the output timing delay to be set. On and off delay timers can be used together. The default is no
delay.
• —No delay
•—Delay—enables the selection of on and off delay timers
• —One-shot—enables a one-shot, fixed output pulse duration
Output
OFF Delay
ON Delay
Time
1-Shot
ON
OFF
D
D
D
D
D D
(D = 1ms - 90.0s)
Figure 18. Output Timing Delays
When one of the timing delay options is chosen, the sensor returns to the Setup menu and additional options become
available to set the parameter(s):
• —On delay
•—Off delay
• —One-shot delay timer
Note: For the one-shot delay timer:
• LO = On pulse when a target is detected inside of the switch point(s)
• DO = On pulse when a target is detected outside of the switch point(s)
Delay Timers
Use these menus to set the delay timers. These menus are available only if an output timing delay is selected.
For and , the default is 0.
For , the default is 10 milliseconds for all response speeds
Use and to scroll through the values. Millisecond values do not include the decimal point; seconds values include the
decimal point.
• 1 to 999 ms (when is selected, the 1 to 9 ms range is available for 3 and 5 ms response times)
• 1.0 to 90.0 s
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Totalizer
The totalizer function changes the output only after counting a designated number of targets. After selecting this function,
or become available to define the output duration and or to define required number of
counts before the output changes.
For and , the default is 1 count and the maximum is 9999 counts.
For and , the default is 10 milliseconds. Use and to scroll through the values. Values in millisecond do
not include the decimal point; values in seconds include the decimal point.
•1 to 999 ms (when or is selected, the 1 to 9 ms range is available for 1.5, 2, 3, and 5 ms response
times)
• 1.0 to 90.0 s
From Run mode, press SELECT to change the display to show the current totalizer count. Pressing SELECT again changes
the display back to the measured distance.
The totalizer count automatically resets after re-teaching the switch point distance or turning the sensor off.
3.2.8 Zero Reference Location
Use this menu to select the zero reference location. Changing the zero reference location only affects the readout on the
display and does not affect the output. The default is , 0 = the front of the sensor. This menu is not available in dual
(intensity + distance) mode.
• —0 = the front of the sensor; the measurement increases further from the sensor
•—0 = maximum range; the measurement increases closer to the sensor
3.2.9 Shift the Zero Reference Location after a TEACH
Use this menu to select whether the sensor shifts the zero reference location based on the last TEACH process. The default
is , 0 = the front of the sensor or the maximum range. This menu is not available in dual (intensity + distance) mode.
• —Shift the zero reference location to one of the taught positions with each TEACH
•—0 = the front of the sensor or the maximum range, depending on the setting
This figure illustrates three examples of how changes to the zero and shift settings affect what distance readout is shown on
the display when in 2-pt TEACH mode. Changes to the zero setting affect the direction in which the distance increases.
Shifting the zero reference location only affects the readout on the display and does not affect the output.
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Zero = Near
(Default Setting)
Shift = Off
=
=
Zero = Far
Shift = Off
=
=
Zero = Far
Shift = On
=
=
Display Reference Display Reference
50 cm
Display Reference Display Reference
Display Reference Display Reference
cm
200
0
100
50
150
cm
200
0
100
50
150
cm
200
0
100
50
150
cm
200
0
100
50
150
cm
-50
150
50
100
0
cm
-50
150
50
100
0
50 cm
50 cm
Figure 19. Example Zero and Shift settings
3.2.10 Offset
Use this menu to set an offset from the taught surface during a TEACH procedure. This menu is available only if one-point
window (foreground suppression) mode, one-point background suppression mode, jam retroreflective mode, or jam
background suppression mode is selected. For Channel 2, the output must be set to light operate or dark operate.
Note: The number that follows on the display indicates which channel is selected.
The offset is automatically calculated or manually defined as a consistently applied value. Auto is the default option. Use +/-
to select a value. Values increase or decrease by up to 191 cm (2000 mm models).
For BGS mode, the default is Auto because the Q5X automatically selects where to position the switch point. For FGS
mode, the default is 0 because the window is centered around the taught target.
A positive offset value always shifts the switch point location or the FGS window towards the sensor.
The taught surface must be inside of the defined sensing range. When the teach mode is set to FGS or JRet, some portion
of the window must be located within the sensing range. When the teach mode is set to BGS or JBGS, the offset value
must be within the defined sensing range. If an offset value falls outside of the sensing range, a message displays. See the
applicable TEACH procedure for more information.
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3.2.11 Display View
Use this menu to select the display view. The default is normal.
•—Normal
• —Inverted (rotated 180°)
• —Normal and the display enters sleep mode after 60 seconds
•—Inverted (rotated 180°) and the display enters sleep mode after 60 seconds
When the sensor is in sleep mode, the display wakes with the first button press.
3.2.12 Units
Use this menu to set the displayed units to centimeters (cm) or inches (").
•—centimeter (with a decimal point at < 60 centimeters)
• —inch (with a decimal point at < 24 inches)
3.2.13 Output Type Polarity
Use this menu to select the output polarity.
•(Default)—Push-Pull on pin 4 and solid state PNP on pin 2
• —Solid state PNP on pins 2 and 4
•—Solid state NPN on pins 2 and 4
3.2.14 Exit Setup Mode
Navigate to and press SELECT to exit Setup mode and return to Run mode.
3.2.15 Reset to Factory Defaults
Use this menu to restore the sensor to the factory default settings.
Select to return to the sensor menu without restoring the defaults. Select to apply the factory defaults and
return to Run mode.
Factory Default Settings
Setting Factory Default
Delay Timers ( ) —No delay
Display View ( ) —Normal, no sleep mode
Output ( , ) —Light Operate
Response Speed ( ) —50 ms
Shift the Zero Reference Location after a TEACH ( ) —0 = the front of the sensor
Ch1 TEACH Mode ( ) —Jam Retroreflective
Ch2 TEACH Mode ( ) —Jam Background Suppression
Zero Reference Location ( ) —Measurement increases further from sensor
Display Units ( ) —Centimeters
Output Polarity ( ) —Default: Push-pull on pin 4 and PNP on pin 2
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3.3 Manual Adjustments
Manually adjust the sensor switch point using the and buttons.
1. From Run mode, press either or one time. The selected channel displays briefly, then the current setting
value flashes slowly.
2. Press to increase the setting or to decrease the setting. After 1 second of inactivity, the new setting value
flashes rapidly, the new setting is accepted, and the sensor returns to Run mode.
Note: When JRET or JBGS TEACH modes are selected, the manual adjustment is used to adjust the RNG
value, the minimum distance of movement required to determine an object is moving (not jammed).
Note: When FGS TEACH mode is selected, manual adjustment moves both sides of the symmetrical
threshold window simultaneously, expanding and collapsing the window size. Manual adjustment does
not move the center point of the window.
Note: When Dual TEACH mode is selected, after the TEACH process is completed, use the manual
adjustment to adjust the sensitivity of the thresholds around the taught reference point. The taught
reference point is a combination of the measured distance and returned signal intensity from the
reference target. Manual adjustment does not move the taught reference point, but pressing
increases the sensitivity, and pressing decreases the sensitivity. When re-positioning the sensor or
changing the reference target, re-teach the sensor.
3.4 Remote Input
Use the remote input to program the sensor remotely. The remote input provides limited programming options and is Active
high. For Active high, connect the gray input wire to ground (0 V dc), with a remote switch connected between the wire and
ground. Pulse the remote input according to the diagram and the instructions provided in this manual.
The length of the individual programming pulses is equal to the value T: 0.04 seconds ≤ T ≤ 0.8 seconds.
Exit remote programming modes by setting the remote input high for longer than 2 seconds.
1x
2x Teach Selection
Starts selected Teach (same function as pressing Teach Button for > 2 sec)
1x Second pulse completes Teach (Two-point, Dynamic Teach and Dual Mode only)
0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds
Timing between Pulse groups > 1 second
Pulse Timing (T)
Input Wire Function = Set
Remote TEACH input per
wiring diagram
2x
1x Jam retroreflective
Jam background suppression
4x
2x
1x Button Unlock (uloc)
3x Operator Lock (OLoc)
Button Lock (loc)
Button Lock
8x Reset to Factory Defaults (maintain remote input = SET)
Remote
Input
Figure 20. Remote Input Map
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