Timeguard MLB3000 Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
3000W MULTI PIR
LIGHT CONTROLLER
Cat No. MLB3000 – Black
Cat No. MLW3000 – White
Installation & Operating
Instructions

E G
F H
Lens Mask
Restrict long detection Restrict short detection
Restrict RHS detection Restrict LHS detection
Dusk/Dawn
Override/Holiday Mode
Time

Less
sensitive
More
sensitive
TOP VIEW
200º
SIDE VIEW
12m
2.5m
A C
BD

SECTION ONE
GENERAL INFORMATION
The unit utilises passive infrared technology to detect heat radiation of moving human
bodies.
Upon detection, the lamp will illuminate for a user-determined time period.
An integral daylight sensor ensures night-only operation.
PARTS INCLUDED
– PIR Sensor unit.
– Instruction manual. Please keep safe for future reference.
– Accessory Pack.
TOOLS & PARTS NEEDED
– Electric/hand-held drill & bits.
– Terminal or Electricians screwdriver
– Large slotted/philips screwdriver
– Wire cutters
This product is suitable for wall or ceiling mount.
Lighting loads connected must not exceed maximum 3000W filament/incandescent,
500W fluorescent/low energy.
SECTION TWO
SELECTING THE LOCATION
The motion detector has a number of detection zones, at various vertical and horizontal
angles as shown (see diagram A).
A moving human body needs to cross/enter one of these zones to activate the sensor.
The best all-round coverage is achieved with the unit mounted at the optimum
height of 2.5m.
Careful positioning of the sensor will be required to ensure optimum performance.
See diagram A detailing detection range and direction.
The sensor is more sensitive to movement ACROSS its field of vision than to movement
directly TOWARDS (see diagram B). Therefore position the unit so that the sensor looks
ACROSS the likely approach path.
Avoid positioning the sensor where there are any sources of heat in the detection area
(extractor fans, tumble dryer exhausts etc.).
Reflective surfaces (i.e. pools of water or white-painted walls) and overhanging branches
may cause false activation under extreme conditions.
During extreme weather conditions the motion sensor may exhibit unusual behaviour.
This does not indicate a fault with the sensor. Once normal weather conditions return,
the sensor will resume normal operation.

SECTION THREE
INSTALLATION
After choosing a suitable location
(see previous section) install the unit
as follows:
Remove the wiring box cover by unscrewing the retaining screw (diagram F) and with a
screwdriver gently push down and ease out.
The unit is suitable for connection to a 230 V ac 50Hz electricity supply. It is suggested that
3-core round flexible cable of 1mm2gauge is used. A isolating switch should be installed to
switch the power to the unit ON & OFF. This allows the sensor to be easily switched off
when not required or for maintenance purposes.
Mark the position of the fitting holes.
Drill the holes. Insert the rawl plugs into the holes.
PIERCE & PASS THE CABLE(S) THROUGH THE GROMMET(S) BEFORE PROCEEDING.
Fix the mounting plate to the wall. Take care not to overtighten the screws to prevent
damage to the mounting plate. If using a power screwdriver, use the lowest torque setting.
*** IMPORTANT ***
Switch off the electricity at the fuse box by removing the relevant fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker before proceeding with the installation.
CONNECTION
This unit is supplied with a hanging attachment (tether) to aid installation.
If it is not required, simply remove from the unit and discard.
Place the round end of the tether into the keyhole shape location hole on the wall bracket.
Ensure the tether is securely fixed into the slot before releasing the weight of the unit.
The unit can now be suspended below the wall bracket (diagram D).
Connect the mains supply cable to the terminal block as follows (see connection diagram):
NEUTRAL (Blue) N
EARTH (Green/Yellow)
LIVE (Brown) L
Connect the cable from the lighting load to the terminal block on the unit as follows: (see
connection diagram)
NEUTRAL (Blue) N
EARTH (Green/Yellow)
LIVE (White) L1
Ensure the connections are secure.
Place terminal block onto its securing pillar on the wall bracket (diagram E).
Remove and discard the tether.
Fit control to wall bracket and secure by fixing screw (diagram F).

CONNECTION DIAGRAM
SECTION FOUR
OPERATION AND TESTING
WALK TEST PROCEDURE
The sensor will rotate from left to right, and tilt forward or backward. Adjust the sensor to
point in the required direction (see diagram B).
The unit can be set up in daylight or at night. The adjustment knobs are factory set. Lux is
set to the 'moon' setting and Time is set to a minimum (fully anti-clockwise) see diagram G.
Turn the power to the unit on. The lamp will illuminate for approximately 30 seconds.
This indicates the unit is wired correctly.
After approximately 30 seconds the light will turn OFF.
The unit is now in Test Mode.
TEST MODE – THREE LEDS VISIBLE
The lamp will now illuminate for approximately 2 seconds every time movement is detected.
Walk across the detection area approximately 5 metres from the unit. Each time you are
detected the lamp will illuminate. Now stand still until the lamp extinguishes (this should
take approx. 2 seconds)
Start moving again, when you are detected again the lamp will illuminate.
Repeat the above, walking at various angles and distances to the unit. This will help you
to establish the detection pattern.
If the detection area is too small for your requirements, try angling the sensor head up.
Angling the head downwards will reduce the detection area should a smaller range be
required.
SETTING UP FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION – 3 SCROLLING LEDS VISIBLE
When walk tests are complete, the unit will switch into Automatic Mode.
Simply cease movement within the detection area for approximately 60 seconds. The unit
will then switch to Automatic Mode, this is indicated by the illumination of three scrolling
LEDS in the top transparent area of the sensor head. These LED's will scroll from left to right
during daylight and darkness.
Mains
Supply
Isolation Switch
Load

The TIME setting controls how long the unit remains illuminated following activation and
after all motion ceases.
(See diagram G. the time adjustment knob is indicated by the ‘Clock’ symbol).
The minimum time (fully anti-clockwise) is approx. 5 seconds, whilst the maximum time
(fully clockwise) is approx. 18 minutes. Set the control to the desired setting
between these limits.
The DUSK control determines the level of darkness required for the unit to start operating.
The setting is best achieved by the procedure below:
(See diagram G. the Dusk adjustment knob is indicated by the ‘Moon’ and ‘Sun’ symbols).
Set the DUSK control knob fully anti clockwise. Wait until darkness falls.
When the ambient light level reaches the level of darkness at which you wish the lamp to
become operative (i.e. at dusk) SLOWLY rotate the control in a clockwise direction until
a point is reached where the lamp illuminates. Leave the control set at this point.
At this position the unit should become operative at approximately the same level of darkness
each evening. Observe the operation of the unit. If the unit is starting to operate too early
(i.e. when it is quite light) adjust the control slightly anti-clockwise. If the unit starts to
operate too late (i.e. when it is very dark). Adjust the control slightly clockwise.
Continue to adjust until the unit operates as desired.
The LED's will scroll from left to right, day and night; indicating the unit is in Automatic
Mode. The LED's will extinguish when the PIR activates the light for as long as the lamp
is illuminated.
MASKING THE SENSOR LENS
To restrict the sensor coverage, preventing detection in unwanted areas, mask the sensor lens
using the masks provided in the accessory pack (see diagram H). For your information, the top
section of the lens covers long range detection, the bottom covers short range. Similarly the
left and right lens sections cover the left and right detection areas respectively.
MANUAL OVERRIDE MODE – SINGLE LED ILLUMINATED
The light can be switched on for longer time periods by use of the Manual Override Mode.
This can be activated at night by using the internal wall switch or circuit breaker.
Switch the internal wall switch/circuit breaker twice (OFF/ON, OFF/ON) within 2 seconds.
The unit will now illuminate continuously for the user defined time, between 1 – 8 hours,
or until the unit is switched back into auto mode. The ON time can be set by rotating the
centre adjustment knob as required (see diagram G). This time adjustment is factory set to
1 hour (Fully anti-clockwise is 1 hour, fully clockwise is 8 hours).
Note: If the light is still ON at dawn, before the set time expires, it will automatically switch OFF.
The Manual Override Mode can be set in the day time or at night time.
In the day time, the Manual Override mode is indicated by the permanent illumination
of a single red LED in the top of the sensor head.
At night time, no red LED will be visible.
To switch the unit back into Auto Mode, flick the internal wall switch/circuit breaker OFF/ON
once within 1 second. The unit will return to Auto Mode. This is indicated by the return of
the left to right scrolling LED's as described in Automatic Operation above.

HOLIDAY MODE – SINGLE LED FLASHING
The benefit of Holiday Mode is that the user can program the unit automatically illuminate
for a certain time, (1 – 8 hours) each night. At dusk the unit will illuminate for this set period
after which it will extinguish. The unit will continue to operate normally when it senses
movement until dawn. At dusk the following night the process will be repeated, the unit will
remain on for this set period (0 – 8 hours) then operate as a PIR unit until dawn.
HOLIDAY MODE
Switch the internal wall switch/circuit breaker 3 times (off/on off/on off/on) within 2 seconds.
A single flashing red LED at the top of the sensor head indicates Holiday Mode.
The unit will now illuminate for a user defined time between 1 and 8 hours. The time can be
set by rotating the centre adjustment knob as required. (See diagram G, the adjustment knob
is identified by the letter T inside a circle.)
This time adjustment is factory set to 1 hour.
Please note: Fully anti-clockwise is 1 hour, fully clockwise is 8 hours.
After the defined period has elapsed, the unit will return to Automatic Mode and operate as
previously set up and the three scrolling LED's will illuminate from left to right.
Holiday Mode will NOT reset to Automatic Mode at dawn, it will repeat each night until reset
by the user.
To cancel Holiday Mode, switch the internal wall switch/circuit breaker once (OFF/ON) within
one second. The unit will turn to Automatic Mode indicated by the scrolling LEDs.
SECTION FIVE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection Range
Detection Angle
Power Supply
Maximum Switchable Load
Time On Adjustment
Dusk Level Adjustment
Environmental Protection
EC Directives
Up to 12 metres
200º
230 V AC ~ 50Hz
3000W Filament/Incandescent
or 500W Fluorescent/Low Energy
5 seconds – 18 minutes
Day & night or night only operation
IP55 (suitable for outdoor use)
Conforms to the latest directives.
If you experience problems refer to Troubleshooting Guide.
If problems still exist, do not immediately return the unit to store.
Telephone the Timeguard Customer Helpline
020 8450 0515
Qualified Customer Support Co-ordinators will be on-line to assist in resolving your query.

SECTION SIX
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
o Lamp stays ON all the time
at night.
oPIR keeps activating for no
reason / at random.
oPIR sensor will not operate
at all.
oThe PIR sensor will not
operate at night.
SOLUTION
The unit may be suffering from false activation. Cover the
sensor lens completely with a thick cloth. This will prevent
the sensor from "seeing" anything. If the unit now
switches off after the set time duration and does not
re-activate, this indicates that the problem was caused by
false activation. The problem may be solved by slightly
adjusting the direction/angle of the sensor head
(see previous section).
Check LED status:-
If a single LED is constantly visible, the unit is in
Manual Override Mode and will illuminate until dawn
or until reset to Automatic Mode.
To reset to Automatic Mode, switch the internal
switch/circuit breaker off/on within one second.
Automatic Mode is indicated by scrolling LEDs from
Left to right.
If a single flashing LED is visible, Holiday Mode has been
selected. Switch the internal wall switch/circuit breaker
OFF/ON with one second and the unit will return to
Automatic Mode. The light will illuminate only when
motion is detected.
Automatic Mode is indicated by scrolling LEDs from
Left to right.
You may not be allowing the unit time to complete it's
warm-up period. Stand well out of the detection range
and wait (the warm-up period should never exceed
5 minutes).
Occasionally, winds may activate the sensor.
Sometimes passages between buildings etc. can cause
a ‘wind tunnel’ effect.
Ensure the unit is not positioned so as to allow detection
of cars/people using public thoroughfares adjacent to your
property.
Check that the power is switched ON at the circuit breaker/
internal wall switch.
Turn OFF the power to the unit and check the wiring
connections as per the diagram (see previous section 3).
Ensure no connections are loose.
Check the lamp. If the lamp has failed, replace. Ensure that
the lamp is seated correctly in the lampholder.
The level of ambient light in the area may be too bright to
allow operation at the current DUSK setting. During the
hours of darkness, adjust the DUSK control slowly
clockwise until the lamp illuminates. Refer to previous
section for more details.

PROBLEM
oUnit activates during
the daytime
oPIR coverage is
poor/sporadic
oDetection range varies
from day to day
SOLUTION
The level of ambient light in the area may be too dark
for the current DUSK setting. During daylight, adjust the
DUSK control slightly anti-clockwise. When the lamp load
extinguishes, enter the detection area. If the PIR still
activates, the setting is still too high. Repeat the above
procedure until the PIR does not activate when you
enter the detection area. Refer to previous section
for more details.
Unit may be poorly located. See previous section –
‘Selecting The Location’ and re-locate the unit.
PIR sensors are influenced by climatic conditions.
The colder the ambient temperature, the more effective
the sensor will be. You may need to make seasonal
adjustments to the sensor head position to ensure
trouble-free operation all year round.
In the unlikely event of this product becoming faulty
due to defective material or manufacture, within 5 years
of the date of purchase, please return it to your supplier
in the first year with proof of purchase and it will be
replaced free of charge. For years 2 to 5 or any difficulty
in the first year telephone our helpline on 020 8450 0515.
Note: A proof of purchase is required in all cases. For all eligible replacements
(where agreed by Timeguard) the customer is responsible for all shipping/
postage charges outside the UK. All shipping costs are to be paid in advance
before a replacement is sent.
5 YEAR
GUARANTEE

Place this edge against
wall
and use diagram to
estimate incoming cable
length
75mm (3”)
25mm (1”)
INCOMING WIRE TEMPLATE
Use this diagram to estimate incoming cable length
NOT TO
SCALE

HELPLINE
020-8450-0515
or email [email protected]
For a product brochure please contact:
Timeguard Ltd.
Victory Park, 400 Edgware Road,
London NW2 6ND Tel: [phone]
or email [email protected]
A Group company
For assistance with the product please contact:-
67-058-308 (Iss.2)
Zerofour – September 2014.