Nortech PD17x User manual

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PD17x
Single Channel parking Detector
User Manual
NORTECH INTERNATIONAL (PTY) LTD
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Copyright © 2016
Document Number: 307UM0100_01
Date of Issue: May 2016
This document is for information only and unless otherwise indicated, is not to form part of any contract. In
accordance with the manufacturer’s policy of continually updating and improving design, specifications
contained herein are subject to alteration without notice.

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Contents
1. Introduction................................................................................................................................................................ 4
2. Technical Data ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
2.1 Functional data.................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Electrical Data ................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Environmental Data .......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Mechanical Data................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.5 Approvals .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
3. Operating Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 8
3.1 Hardware setup................................................................................................................................................. 8
3.2 DIP Switch Selections ........................................................................................................................................ 8
3.3 Front Panel Indicators ....................................................................................................................................... 9
4. Operation.................................................................................................................................................................. 11
4.1 Detector Tuning............................................................................................................................................... 11
4.2 Detector sensitivity ......................................................................................................................................... 11
4.3 Types of Outputs ............................................................................................................................................. 12
4.4 Response times ............................................................................................................................................... 12
4.5 Powerfail ......................................................................................................................................................... 13
4.6 Automatic Frequency Selection ...................................................................................................................... 13
5. Installation guide ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.1 Product Safety Requirements ......................................................................................................................... 14
5.2 Operational Constraints .................................................................................................................................. 14
5.3 Loop and Feeder Material Specification ......................................................................................................... 15
5.4 Sensing Loop Geometry .................................................................................................................................. 16
5.5 Loop Installation.............................................................................................................................................. 16
6. Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................ 18
6.1 PD171 Enhanced Detector - Order number 307FT0103 ................................................................................. 18
6.2 PD172 Enhanced Detector - Order number 307FT0101 ................................................................................. 18
6.3 PD174 Enhanced Detector - Order number 307FT0102 ................................................................................. 19
6.4 PD171 Enhanced Detector DIN Rail - Order number 307FT0104.................................................................... 19
6.5 PD172 Enhanced Detector DIN Rail - Order number 307FT0105.................................................................... 20
6.6 PD174 Enhanced Detector DIN Rail - Order number 307FT0106.................................................................... 20
7. Applications .............................................................................................................................................................. 22
8. Customer Fault Analysis............................................................................................................................................ 23
8.1 Fault Finding.................................................................................................................................................... 23
8.2 Functional test................................................................................................................................................. 24
APPENDIX A - FCC ADVISORY STATEMENT ....................................................................................................................... 25
APPENDIX B –INSTALLATION OUTDOORS........................................................................................................................ 26
APPENDIX C –REQUEST FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT FORM .............................................................................................. 27

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WARNING: 1. This unit must be grounded (earthed) !
WARNING: 2. Disconnect power before working on this unit!
WARNING: 3. Installation and operation by service personnel only!
WARNING: 4. No user serviceable parts inside. No internal settings. Warranty
void if cover removed!
WARNING: 5. Always suspend traffic through the barrier area during
installation and testing that may result in unexpected operation
of the barrier.
WARNING: 6. USA
FCC Advisory Statement –Refer to Appendix A at the end of this
document.
WARNING: 7. Europe
Disposing of the product:
This electronic product is subject to
the EU Directive 2002/96/EC for
Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE). As such, this
product must not be disposed of at a
local municipal waste collection point.
Please refer to local regulations for
directions on how to dispose of this
product in an environmental friendly
manner.

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1. Introduction
The PD17x Series Single Channel Inductive Loop Vehicle Detector is a single channel microprocessor based detector,
designed specifically for parking and vehicle access control applications. It is suited primarily for access control
applications. Using the most up-to-date technology, the PD17x has been designed to meet the requirements of a vast
number of parking applications pertaining to operating conditions and various options available to the user.
The primary function of the detector is to detect vehicle presence by means of an inductance change, caused by the
vehicle passing over a wire loop buried under the road surface.
Figure 1. The PD17x Vehicle Detector (11 Pin housing on left and DIN Rail on right)
The detector has been designed for ease of installation and convenience, with automatic frequency selection to assist
with installation, as well as customisable outputs and operating modes, the product is easily configurable to suit various
applications. The unit provides diagnostic information by means of the Nortech DU100 and DU700 units.
The PD17x provides visual outputs (LED’s) on the front of the enclosure to provide an indication of the state of the
channel, as well as the detector itself. The channel LEDs indicate whether a vehicle is present over the loop or if there
is a fault on the loop. The power LED indicates that the unit is active and is also used to provide a means of
communication with the DU100 and DU700 units.
The unit has relay change-over contacts on the connector block, at the rear of the enclosure, for providing outputs as
configured by the front panel DIP switches.
Related Documents are listed below
Data Sheet Document No. 307DS0002
Installation Leaflet Document No. 307LF0002
2/4 Channel Vehicle Detector Installation Guide Document No. 879LF0006

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2. Technical Data
2.1 Functional data
Tuning Fully Automatic with the option to enable Automatic Frequency Selection (AFS)
Self-tuning range 20 µH to 1500 µH
Sensitivity Four step adjustable on the DIP switches (High, Medium-High, Medium-Low, Low)
Options available are 0.01% ΔL/L, 0.02% ΔL/L, 0.05% ΔL/L and 0.10% ΔL/L
ASB (Automatic Sensitivity Boost) is selectable via the DIP switches
Frequency With AFS switched on, the channel tunes automatically to one of five possible frequencies
There are four selectable frequency options with AFS switched off
Operating frequency of 18 –110 kHz (Determined by loop geometry and frequency setting)
Output Configuration 2 output relays
Relay 1 operates as a presence relay, activating on detect
Relay 2 operates as a pulse relay, activating on an event as specified by the switches
Pulse Output Duration User selectable to either 150ms or 250ms
Presence Method Permanent or Limited presence
Presence Time Infinite when the unit is on Permanent Presence
Dependant on level of detect and environmental conditions when on Limited Presence
Drift Compensation Rate Approx. 1 %L/L per minute
Response Times Detect: 53.0 –73.0ms
Undetect: 280.0 –350.0ms
Subject to sensitivity level, level of detect and speed of vehicle over the loop
Visual Indications 1 x Power / Status LED –Red
1 x Channel Status LED –Green
Reset Holding the reset button for 3s initiates a retune
Surge protection Loop isolation transformer, gas discharge tubes and Zener diode clamping on loop input
Power Fail Infinite memory retention of detector state on power failure (provided certain criteria are
met refer to section 4.5). This function can be turned on and off via the Reset push button.

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2.2 Electrical Data
Power requirements 120V AC± 10% (48 to 62Hz) (PD171)
230V AC ± 10% (48 to 62Hz) (PD172)
Requirement: 1.5 VA Maximum @ 230 V
12-24V ± 10% DC/AC (48 to 62Hz) (PD174)
Requirement: 1 VA Maximum @ 12 V
Relay Contact Rating Relay contact rating: 2A@30VDC, 0.5A@125VAC, 0.25A@250VAC
For ambient temperatures above 60°C de-rate the relay
Maximum current as per graph below:
2.3 Environmental Data
Storage Temperature -40°C to +80°C
Operating Temperature -40°C to +80°C
Humidity Up to 95% relative humidity without condensation
Circuit protection Conformal coating over the PCB and all components
IP Rating IP30 –This product MUST be installed in an enclosure
2.4 Mechanical Data
Housing Material ABS blend
Mounting Position DIN rail mounting or Shelf
Connections 11-pin Submagnal (JEDEC No. B11-88) OR
2x 6 way Plugs on DIN Rail Mount

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The figure below shows the 11 pin connector on the rear of the PDx7x unit, as well as the DIN Rail clip for the DIN Rail
housing version. The 11 pin connector plugs into a relay base that accommodates all of the wiring for the unit. A list of
acceptable relay bases is given below. The DIN Rail housing plugs directly onto the DIN Rail and is fitted with 2x 6 way
connectors for wiring the necessary connections.
Figure 2. PDx7x rear view showing the 11 pin connector on the left and the DIN Rail housing on the right
Relay base recommendations:
Size of Housing 78mm ( High ) X 41mm ( Wide ) X 80mm ( Deep )
2.5 Approvals
CE Regulations: EN 301 489-3 Equipment Type: III Class of Equipment: 2
CISPR22
EN 50293 Performance Criteria B
Safety: IEC / EN 60950-1
Manufacturer
Part Number
Finder
90.23
Bremas Ersce
ES 12
TE connectivity (Schrack)
MT78740
Schneider Electric
RUZC3M
Ormron
PF113A-D
Allen Bradley
700-HN101

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3. Operating Procedure
3.1 Hardware setup
The PD17x Series single channel parking detector is designed to be DIN rail mounted, with the controls and visual
indicators at the front, and wiring at the rear of the enclosure. The power, loop and relay outputs are connected to the
11 pin relay base at back of the housing.
3.2 DIP Switch Selections
3.2.1 Presence Time (switch 10)
The presence setting determines how the detector will track a detect. There are two
modes, permanent presence and limited presence.
Permanent presence mode is aimed at maintaining the presence of a vehicle over
the loop by continuously compensating for all environmental changes. This is used
in situations where safety is involved and the detector is required to maintain the
detect until the vehicle leaves the loop.
Limited presence is aimed at limiting the presence of a vehicle over the loop. This is
used in situations where statistics or control is involved and a vehicle parked over
the loop should not prevent continued operation. The presence time is related to
the size of the detect. Typically a 1% ∆L/L will timeout after approximately 1 hour.
3.2.2 Pulse on Detect or Un-detect (switch 9)
The user can select the detector to pulse on detect, as a vehicle enters the loop or
pulse on un-detect, as the vehicle exits the loop.
3.2.3 Pulse Width (switch 8)
The pulse width of the relay can be selected to be either 150ms or 250ms.
3.2.4 Automatic Frequency Selection (AFS) (switch 7)
This setting allows the detector to briefly evaluate all five frequency bands and
select the best operating frequency available. The tuning time with AFS switched on
can range between 5 to 20 seconds. With AFS switched off, the frequency can be
selected manually.
3.2.5 Fail-safe or Fail-secure (switch 6)
The relay output operation of the presence relay can be switched between fail-safe and fail-secure via the DIP switches.
In fail-safe, the output is the same in detect as it is with no power applied to the unit. Related to an access control
situation, this is used where the loss of power must not lock people out. Either a valid detect situation, or a power failure
/ fault will provide a signal.
In fail-secure, the output is the same in un-detect as it is with no power applied to the unit. Related to an access control
situation, this is used where the loss of power must not allow free entry. Only a valid detect situation will provide a
signal.
3.2.6 Automatic Sensitivity Boost (ASB) (switch 5)
ASB is a mode which alters the un-detect level of the detector, and can be toggled on or off via the DIP switches. ASB
causes the sensitivity level to be boosted to a maximum on detection of a vehicle, irrespective of the current sensitivity
level, and maintained at this level during the entire presence of the vehicle over the loop. When the vehicle leaves the
loop and the detection is lost, the sensitivity level reverts to the pre-selected level. This is typically used for vehicles
with high beds, or vehicles towing trailers, where it is important to not lose the detect over the entire length of the
vehicle.
Figure 3. PD17x Faceplate

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3.2.7 Sensitivity (switch 4 and 3)
The sensitivity of the detector determines the change of inductance necessary to produce a detect. The PD17x provides
a selectable range of four sensitivity settings. Sensitivity is defined as a change in the inductance, with the PD17x it
ranges from 0.01% to 0.1%, with 0.01% being the highest sensitivity selection.
3.2.8 Frequency (switch 2 and 1)
The frequency switches are used to shift the operating frequency of the detector. This is primarily used to handle
situations in which more than one detector is used at the same site. The detectors must be set-up to ensure no crosstalk
(interference) occurs between adjacent loops connected to different detectors. This is achieved by ensuring that the
loops of the two detectors are spaced sufficiently apart (approximately 2 metres between adjacent edges) and also
ensuring that the detectors are set to different frequencies.
Sw2
Sw1
Frequency
Right
Right
High Frequency
Left
Right
Medium High Frequency
Right
Left
Medium Low Frequency
Left
Left
Low Frequency
3.2.9 Push button (Retune and Powerfail)
The push button can be used to initiate a retune or to switch Powerfail on or off depending on how long the push button
is held in.
Switch
Description
Hold
Function
Push
button
Reset
3 sec
This would initiate a detector retune
Power fail
status
10 sec
Hold for 10s to determine the state of Powerfail. If the LEDs
are ON, Powerfail is ON. If the LEDs are OFF, Powerfail is
OFF.
Power fail
toggle
30 sec
Holding for 30s will toggle the Powerfail status. The state of
Powerfail is known after holding for 10s. After 30s, if the
LEDs turn OFF, Powerfail is now OFF. If after 30s the LEDs
turn ON, Powerfail is now ON.
The PD17x has a Powerfail function which has been designed to retain the memory of a vehicle on the loop in the event
of a power fail situation. This is designed specifically for fail safe situations to retain the output state and prevent a glitch
on the outputs, in the event of a power failure.
3.3 Front Panel Indicators
The front panel indicators consist of a Red Power / Communication LED and one Green Channel LED.
There are four possible conditions which are indicated by the LED’s.
Idle condition –no vehicle is detected
Detect condition –a vehicle is detected passing over the inductive loop
Tuning condition –the detector is currently tuning to the loop
Fault condition –the detector is unable to tune to the loop as it is either out of operational conditions, such
as low signal strength or frequency out of range, or there exists a fault on the loop such as a short circuit
or an open circuit.
If a loop fault exists, the Green Channel LED will come on and flash at a rate of 2Hz indicating that the unit is trying to
tune. If the fault is self-healing the detector will continue to operate but the LED will flash at a slower rate of 1Hz
Sw4
Sw3
Sensitivity
Right
Right
(0.01%) - High Sensitivity
Left
Right
(0.02%) - Medium High Sensitivity
Right
Left
(0.05%) - Medium Low Sensitivity
Left
Left
(0.10%) - Low Sensitivity

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indicating to the user that a fault has occurred. The detector must be power cycled or reset via the pushbutton in order
to clear the historical fault information.
In the event of a vehicle passing over the inductive loop, causing a detect, the Green Channel LED will light up indicating
the presence of a vehicle and remain on for the duration of the detect.
It should be noted, however, that the Channel LED does NOT necessarily represent the output state of the relays. It only
represents the detection of a vehicle over the loop. The relay state could for example be different from the LED state in
the case of a pulse output after its pulse duration or a fault output. The only time the Channel LED will go off, while a
vehicle is still present, is if the channel is in limited presence mode and has expired.
The Red Power LED indicates that the unit is powered and functional. The red LED is also used as a communication
interface with the DU100 and DU700 to obtain diagnostics.