Emitters with Quick Disconnect (4-pin Euro-Style)

All Other Models with Quick Disconnect (4-pin Euro-Style)

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The output type for all models is Bipolar NPN/PNP; load 150 mA max., each output.

Sensor Mounting and Alignment

MINI-BEAM sensors perform most reliably if they are properly aligned and securely mounted.

For maximum mechanical stability, mount MINI-BEAM sensors through 18 mm diameter holes by their threaded barrel (where

available), or use a mounting bracket. A complete selection of mounting brackets is available. Visit http://

www.bannerengineering.com or contact Banner Engineering for information on mounting options.

Begin with line-of-sight positioning of the MINI-BEAM sensor to its emitter (opposed-mode sensing) or to its target (all other sensing

modes). When using a retroreflective sensor, the target is the retroreflector (“retro target”). For diffuse or convergent sensing modes,

the target is the object to be detected.

Apply power to the sensor (and to the emitter, if using the opposed mode). Advance the 15-turn Gain control to maximum (clockwise

end of rotation) using a small flat-blade screwdriver. The Gain control is clutched at both ends to avoid damage and will “free-wheel”

when either endpoint is reached.

If the MINI-BEAM sensor is receiving its light signal, the red LED Alignment indicator will be ON and flashing at a rate proportional to

the signal strength (faster = more signal). Move the sensor (or retro target, if applicable) up-down-right-left (including angular

rotation) to find the center of the movement zone within which the LED indicator remains ON. Reducing the Gain setting reduces the

size of the movement zone for more precise alignment.

Repeat the alignment motions after each Gain reduction. When optimum alignment is achieved, mount sensor(s) (and the retro

target, if applicable) solidly in that position. Increase the Gain to maximum.

Test the sensor by placing the object to be detected in the sensing position, then removing it. The Alignment indicator LED should

come ON when the sensing beam is established (Light condition) or be ON when the beam is broken (Dark condition). If the

Alignment indicator LED stays ON for both sensing conditions, consider the following tips for each sensing mode.

Opposed Mode Alignment

Object

Emitter

Receiver

Flooding occurs when a portion of the sensing beam passes

around the object to be sensed. Burn-through occurs when a

portion of the emitter’s light energy passes through a thin or

translucent object, and is sensed by the receiver.

To correct either problem, do one or more of the following to

reduce the light energy:

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Reduce the Gain adjustment on the receiver

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Add an aperture to one or both lenses (MINI-BEAM

apertures, available from Banner, fit neatly inside the

lens assembly)

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Intentionally misalign the emitter and receiver

Note:

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Light condition: sensor output is ON

when there is no object in the beam

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Dark condition: sensor output is ON

when there is an object in the beam

MINI-BEAM® DC Voltage Series Sensor

P/N 69943 Rev. G

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