F&F DRL-60-12 User manual

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DRL-60-12
Laser distance sensor,
12 V
The DRL-60-12 is a laser sensor designed to control lighting,
especially in corridors and staircases.
The principle of operation is to emit a light beam and measu-
re the delay of returning light as a result of reflection from an
obstacle. On this basis, it is possible to precisely determine the
distance to the obstacle, which is then compared with the set
detection range.
The condition for switching on the light is the presence of an
obstacle at a distance smaller than the set detection range and a
brightness level below the value set on the sensor.
This solution is perfect for switching on lighting circuits for exam-
ple on open stairs, where it is important that the sensor detects
presence only on the stairs and ignores everything that happens
outside.
Purpose
F&F Filipowski L.P.
Konstantynowska 79/81, 95-200 Pabianice, POLAND
phone/fax [phone]
www.fif.com.pl; e-mail: [e-mail]
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environment and human health.

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»Laser distance sensor of the ToF (Time of Flight) type;
»The detection range can be smoothly adjusted in the range of
0.1 to 2 m;
»A brightness sensor that prevents the light from being swit-
ched on when the brightness level is high;
»Adjustable time of keeping the light on;
»Ability to directly control the 12/24 V lighting circuits (load
capacity up to 4 A, which can be increased by connecting LED-
AMP amplifiers);
»Soft start and soft shutdown feature available for controlled
lighting circuits*;
»Ability of integration with AS-225 and AS-225D staircase li-
ghting timers;
»Compact size, can be mounted in a ø60 mm box;
»LED indicating the operating status of the sensor;
»Thermal protection against exceeding the acceptable tempe-
rature inside the housing.
*) Soft start and soft shutdown of the lighting works when the support time
is set to a value greater than zero and when dimmable light sources are
connected to the sensor.
1.The location of the mounting of the sensor should be selec-
ted in such a way that no fixed obstacles such as floor, wall,
staircase step, etc. can be found in the detection cone of the
sensor at the assumed operating distance. The diameter of the
detection cone, depending on the set operating distance, can
be read from the following figure:
Features
Mounting

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Failure to observe safety distances may lead to unwan-
ted sensor excitation.
2.Do not mount the sensor with the front-facing a strong light
source, as this may lead to incorrect operation of the distance
and light intensity measurement system.
3.Do not mount sensors opposite each other or mirrors, as this
can lead to unwanted sensor excitation.
4.Prepare a hole for the installation box ø60 mm. The minimum
recommended depth of the box is 30 mm.
5.The sensor consists of 2 elements connected together by ma-
gnets: mounting frame A and sensor B.

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6.Attach the mounting frame to the box using screws or claws.
7.Connect the DRL-60-12 according to the selected wiring
diagram.
When selecting the cable cross-section in low-voltage
installations, it is necessary to take into account the vol-
tage drop on the cables related to the length and load
of the cable.
8. Use the dials to set the operating parameters of the detector:
detection range, level of brightness below which switching will
occur and switching time of the light.
9.Slide the detector into the box and press it onto the mounting
frame. The magnets in the detector will prevent the detector
from pulling out automatically.
The sensor is designed for the voltage supply of 12/24
V DC. Connecting the 230 V mains voltage will destroy
the device.
Description of control terminals

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Terminal Function
+Sensor power supply +12/24 V DC
+
–Sensor power supply 0 V
OUT Lighting control output
The DRL-60-12 is equipped with an open collector type
output. This means that the lighting to be controlled
must be connected between the "+" of the power supply
and the OUT output of the controller.
Settings

No. Knob Range Function
1 DIST 0.1÷2.0 m
Setting the sensor detection range.
If an obstacle appears at a distance
shorter than that set by the knob,
the lighting will be switched on (if the
illumination condition is also met).
2LUX 2÷500 Lx
Brightness level setting.
If the light intensity is lower than the
value set by the knob, the light will swi-
tch on when the presence is detected
in the detection area.
3 TIME 0÷10 min.
Lighting support time.
The light will switch on when presence
is detected in the detection area,
the countdown time will start when
there is no more obstacle in the
detection area.
Attention!
Setting the time to 0 disables the smo-
oth brightening/dimming function.
When working with AS-225 controllers, set the TIME
knob to a minimum value (0 min.).
In the case of an external relay control, when the soft-
-start function is active (when the time is set to a value
greater than zero), the phenomenon of flickering of the
relay contacts may occur at the moment of switching
on/off.

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Direct connection of lighting
If it is necessary to control a load greater than 4 A, the LED-AMP-1P signal amplifiers (mounting in an installation box ø60) or
LED-AMP-1D (mounting on a DIN rail) should be used. An example connection diagram can be found on the product subpage at
www.fif.com.pl
Connection diagram

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Connection of the AS-225 cascade controllers

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The DRL-60-12 sensor is equipped with an LED on the front of
the device, which indicates the operating status of the device:
Sensor on standby, no obstacles in the detection area.
An obstacle in the detection area has been detected. The light was not
switched on because the brightness level was too high.
An obstacle in the detection area has been detected. The light is on.
Signalling that the acceptable temperature inside the sensor is exce-
eded. Sensor operation is blocked until the fault has been removed.
Signalisation

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Too high temperature can be caused by connecting a too
high load to the sensor.
The brightness level of the signal LED adjusts to the am-
bient brightness (high ambient brightness – high LED bri-
ghtness level). When an overtemperature is indicated,
the light flashes at maximum brightness.
power supply 9÷27 V DC
maximum load current 4 A
detection range (adjustable) 0.1÷2.0 m
brightness level (adjustable) 2÷500 lx
switch-on time (adjustable) 0÷10 min.
detection
sensor ToF laser sensor
wave length 940 nm
security 1st class
beam scattering ±18°
power consumption 0.3 W
terminal 2.5 mm² screw terminals
tightening torque 0.4 Nm
working temperature -10÷45°C
dimensions
external 80×80×6,5 mm
internal (box) ø60 mm, depth= 25 mm
mounting flush-mounted
ingress protection IP30
Technical data

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The F&F products are covered by a warranty of the 24 months
from the date of purchase. Effective only with proof of purchase.
Contact your dealer or directly with us.
F&F Filipowski L.P. declares that the device is in conformity
with the essential requirements of The Low Voltage Directive
(LVD) 2014/35/EU and the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Directive 2014/30/UE.
The CE Declaration of Conformity, along with the references to
the standards in relation to which conformity is declared, can be
found at www.fif.com.pl on the product page.
Warranty
CE declaration
E230719