BANNER Q90R Industrial 60 GHz Radar Sensor Instruction Manual

BANNER Q90R Industrial 60 GHz Radar Sensor

Product Description

Radar-Based Sensors for Detection and Measurement of Moving and Stationary Targets. Patent pending.

• FMCW radar detects moving and stationary objects
• Adjustable sensing field—ignores objects beyond setpoint
• Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output using the Banner Radar Configuration Software
• Sensing functions are immune to wind, fog, steam, and temperature changes and resistant to rain and snow
• Compact, rugged IP69K housing withstands harsh environments

WARNING:

• Do not use this device for personnel protection
• Using this device for personnel protection could result in serious injury or death.
• This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A device failure or malfunction can cause either an energized (on) or de-energized (off) output condition.

IMPORTANT : To satisfy RF exposure requirements, this device and its antenna must operate with a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons.

Models

Overview

The Q90R is an industrial radar sensor that uses high-frequency radio waves from its internal antenna to detect and measure distance to objects in its field of view.
The Q90R detects a wide variety of materials including metal, liquids, or organic materials. Use the supplied software, IOLink, or a remote input wire to configure the sensor to sense objects within a specified distance while ignoring objects beyond this distance (background suppression). Or configure the sensor to indicate the presence or absence of objects at a specific (or “taught”) distance or range of distances (retroreflective).

Features and Indicators

Radar Configuration Software

Use Banner’s Radar Configuration Software to:

• Set up the sensor 3 easy steps : set the switch point distance, signal strength threshold, and response time
• Easily monitor device status via the software
• Visualize the application in real-time
• Make adjustments to sensor settings on the fly
• For more information, visit www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/products/sensors/software/radar-configuration.html

Installation Instructions

Sensor Orientation

Correct sensor-to-object orientation is important to ensure proper sensing.
Minimize the tilt angle of a target relative to the sensor. The target should be tilted less than half of the beam angle.

T= Target Angle, BA=Beam Angle

Wiring

Quick disconnect wiring diagrams are functionally identical.

NOTE: Banner recommends that the shield wire (quick-disconnect cordsets only) be connected to earth ground or dc common. Shielded cordsets are recommended for all quick-disconnect models.

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

Getting Started

Power up the sensor, and verify that the power LED is ON green.

Install the Software

IMPORTANT : Administrative rights are required to install the Banner Radar Configuration software.

1. Download the latest version of the software from www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/products/sensors/software/radar-configuration.html.
2. Navigate to and open the downloaded file.
3. Click Install to begin the installation process.
4. Depending on your system settings, a popup window may appear prompting to allow Banner Radar Configuration to make changes to your computer. Click Yes.
5. Click Close to exit the installer.

Connect to the Sensor

1. Connect the sensor to the splitter cable from the PRO-KIT. See “Configuration Tool ” on page 27.
2. Connect the external power and Pro Converter cable to the splitter cable.
3. Connect the Pro Converter cable to the PC.
4. Open the Banner Radar Configuration Software.
5. Go to Sensor › Connect on the Navigation toolbar. The Connection screen displays.
6. Select the correct Sensor Model and Com Port for the sensor. Click Connect.
   • The Connection screen closes and the sensor data displays.

Software Overview

Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output using the Banner Radar Configuration software and Pro Converter Cable.

1. Navigation toolbar—Use this toolbar to connect to the sensor, to save or load a configuration, or to reset to factory defaults
2. Live Sensor Data and Legend—Shows the signal strength versus distance for the connected sensor, as well as options to select which data displays on the graph
3. Summary pane—Displays the distance to the target, the signal strength, and the output status
4. Sensor Settings pane—Set the sensor parameters in this pane
5. Status bar—Shows whether the sensor is connected, if a software update is available, and if the sensor data is being recorded to a file
6. Live Sensor Data controls—Use these controls to record, freeze, and play real-time sensor data, and to refresh the sensor connection

Banner Radar Configuration Workspace

• Navigation Toolbar
  • Use this toolbar to connect to the sensor, to save or load a configuration, or to reset to factory defaults.
• From the File menu, the following options are available:
• Load Config
  • Load a configuration to the connected sensor. Use this option to set up multiple sensors with the same parameters.
• Save Config
  • Save a configuration to a desired location for future use.
• Reset Frequently Used Settings
  • Resets the software settings without changing the configuration of the attached sensor.
• Exit
  • Exit the Banner Radar Configuration Software.
• From the Sensor menu, the following options are available:
• Connect
  • Connect to the sensor.
• Disconnect
  • Disconnect from the sensor.
• Factory Reset
  • Select to perform a factor reset on the sensor. All custom parameters will be lost.
• From the Help menu, the following option is available:
• About
  • Select to view the software version number, the copyright notice, and the warranty.

Live Sensor Data and Legend

The Live Sensor Data area displays the live distance and amplitude signal from the connected radar sensor. The signal strength threshold, switch point, and hysteresis are also plotted. Use these signals to evaluate targets to determine where the signal strength threshold and switch point should be configured for reliable detection.

Use the Y-Axis Max and the X-Axis Max to adjust the range displayed on the plot.

Legend — Use the legend to select which data appears on the graph.

Signal

Displays the strength of the signal over distance.

Signal Threshold

Displays the signal strength threshold.

Primary Targets

Represents the signal strength and location of the strongest target inside the switch point.

Analog Window

The range the analog signal represents.
Available on analog models.
Varies by output model.

Discrete 1/2 Window

The range for the discrete output.
Varies by output model.

Switch Pt Lines

Displays the switch point distance.

Hysteresis Lines

Displays the hysteresis distance.

Summary Pane

The Summary pane (blue shaded area) displays Distance, Signal Strength, and Output Status.

Distance

Displays the distance to the target.

Signal Strength

Displays the amount of excess gain of the signal received from the target. The excess gain is relative to the minimum
detection threshold (Signal Strength Threshold = 1).

Output Status

Displays whether the output is ON or OFF, or the analog output value (analog models only)

Sensor Settings Pane

Set parameters for the sensor.

Click Read to read the connected sensor’s current parameters. Click Write to write the parameters to the sensor. Yellow highlight on a parameter’s value indicates changes that have not yet been written to the sensor.

General Tab

The following are the parameters on the General tab on the Sensor Settings pane.

Response Speed

Choose the response speed of the sensor (Slow, Medium, Fast).

Target Selection

Signal Strength Threshold: Choose the threshold for the minimum amount of signal needed to actuate the output.

Target Mode:

Strongest Target —Output responds to the target with the highest signal strength that is over the signal strength threshold.
Nearest Target —Output responds to the nearest target that is over the signal strength threshold.

Advanced Target

Minimum Active Sensing Range: The Sensor ignores anything from the face of the sensor to this defined range.

Maximum Active Sensing Range : The Sensor ignores anything past this defined range.

Measurement Hold : A rate of change filter to smooth the output and reduce chatter. For more information, see “Using Measurement Hold Example ” on page 14.

Maximum Distance Increase Hold Time : The period of time the sensor holds its last measurement and output status if the measurement changes more than the configured max distance increase. Available when Measurement Hold is set to enabled.

Maximum Distance Decrease Hold Time : The period of time the sensor holds its last measurement and output status if the measurement changes more than the configured max distance decrease. Available when Measurement Hold is set to enabled.

Maximum Distance Increase : The allowed limit the measurement can increase, or move farther away from the sensor, before initiating the Measurement Hold. Setting this to zero disables it. Available when Measurement Hold is set to enabled.

Maximum Distance Decrease : The allowed limit the measurement can decrease, or move closer to the sensor, before initiating the Measurement Hold. Setting this to zero disables it. Available when Measurement Hold is set to enabled.

Sensor Polarity

Define the output and remote input signal type.

Sensor Lockout

Remote Input (Gray Wire): Enable or disable the remote input wire.

LED Enable/Disable

Enable or disable the LEDs on the sensor

Analog Tab

The following are the parameters on the Analog tab on the Sensor Settings pane. This tab is available for analog models.

Analog Span

Define the outer limits of the analog range. This can be used to create a positive or negative slope.

Analog output options:

• Current : 4 mA to 20 mA
• Voltage : 0 V to 10 V or 0.5 V to 4.5 V

Output

Loss–of–Signal: Sets the Analog Output value used by the sensor during a loss of signal. When a signal is restored, measurement resumes.

Hold Last Value —The Analog Output holds the last value indefinitely during a loss of signal.

3.5 mA (0 V)— The Analog Output switches to this value 2 seconds after a loss of signal. For Voltage models, this is 0 V. (Default) 20.5 mA (10.5 V/5 V)—The Analog Output switches to this value 2 seconds after a loss of signal. For Voltage models, this is 10.5 V.

Averaging: Use this menu to set the number of measurements that are averaged together for the analog output. Increasing the averaging improves repeatability but increases the total response speed. The default is 1. The filter can be set to 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, or 128. The total response time is shown under Response Time.

Response Time

Calculates the total response time, taking into account the general response speed and averaging.

Discrete 1 Tab

The following are the parameters on the Discrete 1 tab on the Sensor Settings pane.

Output Mode

Select Switch Point or Window.

Switch Point : The distance at which the switch point threshold is placed.
Window: Define two set points to create window limits.

Distance Settings

Define the set point(s) and the hysteresis.

Output Settings

• NO/NC : Select Normally Open or Normally Closed from the list.
• On Delay: Set an on delay in milliseconds. The maximum time is 60,000 ms.
• Off Delay: Set an off delay in milliseconds. The maximum time is 60,000 ms.

Response Time

Calculates the total response time, taking into account the general response speed and on or off delays.

Discrete 2 Tab

The following are the parameters on the Discrete 2 tab on the Sensor Settings pane. This tab is available for dual discrete models.

Output Mode

Select Switch Point, Window, Complementary, or Pulse Pro/PFM.

• Switch Point : Set a single switch point for the output to change.
• Window: Define two setpoints to create window limits.
• Complementary: Output 2 will be the opposite of Output 1.
• Pulse Pro/PFM : Pulse Pro/PFM output to interface with Banner lights or a PLC with PFM inputs.

Distance Settings

Available when Output Mode is set to Switch Point or Window.
Define the set point(s) and the hysteresis.

Output Settings

Available when Output Mode is set to Switch Point or Window.

• NO/NC : Select Normally Open or Normally Closed from the list.
• On Delay : Set an on delay in milliseconds. The maximum time is 60,000 ms.
• Off Delay : Set an off delay in milliseconds. The maximum time is 60,000 ms.
• Response Time: Calculates the total response time, taking into account the general response speed and on or off delays.

Pulse Pro/PFM Settings

Available when Output Mode is set to Pulse Pro/PFM. The Q90R can generate pulses whose frequency are proportional to the sensor’s measured distance, thereby providing a method for representing an analog signal with only a discrete counter. The sensing range of the sensor is scaled from 100 Hz to 600 Hz. 100 Hz equals the near range limit of the sensor, and 600 Hz equals the far sensing range limit. An output of 50 Hz or 650 Hz (user-defined in the software) represents a loss of signal condition where there is no target or the target is out of range. This output can be tied directly to a number of Banner lights for visual feedback without the need for a controller.

• 100 Hz: Define the near-sensing range limit of the Pulse Pro range.
• 600 Hz: Define the far sensing range limit of the Pulse Pro range.
• Loss–of–Signal: Sets the value used by the sensor during a loss of signal. When a signal is restored, measurement resumes.
• Hold last value —The Discrete 2 Output holds the last value indefinitely during a loss of signal. 50 Hz—The Discrete 2 Output switches to this value 2 seconds after a loss of signal. 650 Hz—The Discrete 2 Output switches to this value 2 seconds after a loss of signal.

Live Sensor Data Controls

After connecting to the sensor, data sampling begins automatically (but not recording).
To stop data sampling, click Stop.
To restart data sampling, click  Play. This only samples data from the sensor and displays it on the plot; it does not record the data to a log file.
To record data to a log file, click Record. The log file selection prompt displays. Save the log file as desired. The log file format is .csv.
If communication to the sensor is lost, click Refresh Device Connection to reconnect.

Using Measurement Hold Example

• A. The Max Distance Change threshold (red lines) adapts based on the previous Raw Measurement sample (blue lines) as long as that sample was within the previous thresholds.
• B. The temporary distance spike in the Raw Measurement (blue lines) is filtered out because the distance increase was outside of the Max Distance Change (red lines). The Output Measurement (green lines) will hold its last measurement.
• C. The Raw Measurement change (blue lines) is greater than the Max Distance Change (red lines) so the Output Measurement (green lines) holds its previous value while the Raw Measurement is beyond the Max Distance Change. After the 1 second Hold Time expires, the Output Measurement and Max Distance Change thresholds are updated based on the next Raw Measurement value.
• D. The Raw Measurement (blue lines) drops down to a value below the Max Distance Change (red lines) so the Output Measurement (green lines) holds its value for the Hold Time. After the 1 second Hold Time expires, the Output Measurement and Max Distance Change thresholds are updated based on the next Raw Measurement value.

Configuring a Sensor

Banner Radar Configuration Software

Use the Banner Radar Configuration software and PRO-KIT to set up the R-GAGE sensor. For more information visit www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/products/sensors/software/radar- configuration.html.

IO-Link Interface

IO-Link is a point-to-point communication link between a master device and sensor. Use IO-Link to parameterize sensors and transmit process data automatically.

For the latest IO-Link protocol and specifications, see www.io- link.com.

Each IO-Link device has an IODD (IO Device Description) file that contains information about the manufacturer, article number, functionality etc. This information can be easily read and processed by the user. Each device can be unambiguously identified via the IODD as well as via an internal device ID. Download the Q90R’s IO-Link IODD package (p/n 237876 for analog models and p/n 237875 for dual discrete models) from Banner Engineering’s website at www.bannerengineering.com. Banner has also developed Add On Instruction (AOI) files to simplify ease-of-use between the Q90R, multiple third-party vendors’ IO-Link masters, and the Logix Designer software package for Rockwell Automation PLCs. Three types of AOI files for Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs are listed below. These files and more information can be found at www.bannerengineering.com.

Process Data AOIs—These files can be used alone, without the need for any other IO-Link AOIs. The job of a Process Data AOI is to intelligently parse out the Process Data word(s) in separate pieces of information. All that is required to make use of this AOI is an EtherNet/IP connection to the IO-Link Master and knowledge of where the Process Data registers are located for each port.

Parameter Data AOIs—These files require the use of an associated IO-Link Master AOI. The job of a Parameter Data AOI, when working in conjunction with the IO-Link Master AOI, is to provide quasi-realtime read/write access to all IO-Link parameter data in the sensor. Each Parameter Data AOI is specific to a given sensor or device. IO-Link Master AOIs—These files require the use of one or more associated Parameter Data AOIs. The job of an IO-Link

Master AOI is to translate the desired IO-Link read/write requests, made by the Parameter Data AOI, into the format a specific IO-Link Master requires. Each IO-Link Master AOI is customized for a given brand of IO-Link Master.
Add and configure the relevant Banner IO-Link Master AOI in your ladder logic program first; then add and configure Banner

IO-Link Device AOIs as desired, linking them to the Master AOI as shown in the relevant AOI documentation.

Remote Input

Use the remote input to program the sensor remotely.

The remote input provides limited programming options and is Active High. This can be configured for Active Low in the Banner Radar Configuration software by changing the Sensor Polarity. For Active High, connect the gray input wire to V+ (10 V DC to 30 V DC), with a remote switch connected between the wire and V+. For Active Low, connect the gray input wire to ground (0 V DC) with a remote switch connected between the wire and ground.

The remote input wire is disabled by default. Pulse the remote input wire 10 times or use the Banner Radar Configuration software to enable the feature. After enabling the remote input feature, pulse the remote input according to the diagram and the instructions provided in this manual. Remote teach can also be performed using the button on the Pro Converter Cable.

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 Low for longer than 2 seconds or by waiting for 60 seconds.

NOTE: If a factory reset is performed through the Banner Radar Configuration Software, the remote input wire becomes disabled (factory default setting). If the sensor is returned to factory defaults by using the remote input wire, the input wire remains enabled and the rest of the settings are restored to factory defaults.

Remote Teach

Use the following procedure to teach the first and second switch points

1. Pulse the remote input once. The green Power LED flashes, the amber LED is off, and the red LED is off.
2. Present the first point.
3. Teach the switch point.
4. Present the second point.
5. Teach the switch point

Remote Setup

Use Remote Setup to set the output mode to set normally open or normally closed, change the analog slope, or set the teach mode.

While in remote set up, pulsing the remote wire once configures output 1. For analog models, the slope of the output changes. For discrete output, output 1 and output 2 options are identical.

Changing the Output Mode using remote input affects both the output configuration (normally open versus normally closed) and the Teach mode. The output configuration change takes effect immediately and can be used to change the output between normally open and normally closed or the analog slope without changing the switch point distance. The change in Teach mode does not immediately change the switch point location, but will affect the behavior of the next remote Teach.

Analog Teach Modes

The default is to teach two separate points. With a positive slope, the first taught point is 4 mA and the second taught point is 20 mA.
If the two taught points are within 100 mm or less, the sensor views them as the same point. It considers that point as the 20 mA spot and sets the 4 mA spot at 150 mm. If a taught point is within the dead zone, the sensor sets that point at 150 mm.

Discrete Teach Modes

Teaching two separate points creates a window around that range.

• Background Teach —Teaching the same point twice (points within 100 mm of each other) sets the switch point 200 mm in front of the taught point.
• Object Teach —Teaching the same point twice (points within 100 mm of each other) sets the switch point 100 mm behind the taught point.
• Window Teach —Teaching the same point twice (points within 100 mm of each other) sets a window ±50 mm on either side of the taught point, for a total window size of 100 mm.

Set the Sensitivity

Use Sensitivity Selection to set the signal strength threshold.

1. Access Sensitivity Selection
2. Select the desired signal threshold.

Set the Speed

Use Speed Selection to set the speed of the sensor.

1. Access Speed Selection.
2. Select the desired signal threshold.

Target Selection Mode

Use Target Selection to set the target that the output sees.

1. Access Target Selection mode.
2. Select the desired signal threshold.

Reset the Sensor to Factory Defaults

Reset the sensor to factory default settings using one of two methods.

NOTE: If a factory reset is performed through the Banner Radar Configuration Software, the remote input wire becomes disabled (factory default setting). If the sensor is returned to factory defaults by using the remote input wire, the input wire remains enabled and the rest of the settings are restored to factory defaults.

To reset using the Banner Radar Configuration software, go to Sensor › Factory Reset. The sensor indicators flash once, the sensor is reset back to the factory default settings, and a confirmation message displays.
To reset using the remote input, eight-pulse the remote input to apply the factory defaults.

Factory Default Settings

• Range
  The sensor can detect an object at the following range, depending on the material of the target: 0.15 m to 20 m (0.5 ft to 65.6 ft)

• Operating Principle

  • Frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) radar

• Operating Frequency

  • 60 to 61.5 GHz

• Supply Voltage (Vcc)

  • Analog Voltage models : 12 V DC to 30 V DC
  • Analog Current and Dual Discrete models: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
  • Use only with a suitable Class 2 power supply (UL) or Limited Power Supply (CE)

• Power and Current Consumption, exclusive of load

  • Power consumption : < 2.4 W
  • Current consumption: <100 mA at 24 V DC

• Supply Protection Circuitry

  • Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages

• Linearity
  <‡ 10 mm at < 300 mm
  <‡ 4 mm at > 300 mm
  Reference target with RCS = 1m?

• Delay at Power-up

  • < 2 s
  • Output Configuration
  • Analog Outputs:
  • Current models
  • Discrete Output (Black Wire): IO-Link, push/pull output, configurable PNP or NPN output
  • Analog output (White Wire): 4 mA to 20 mA

• Voltage models

  • Discrete Output (Black Wire): 1O-Link, push/pull output, configurable PNP or NPN output Analog output (White Wire): Configurable 0 V to 10 V or 0.5 V to 4.5 V

• Dual Discrete models

  • Discrete Output 1 (Black Wire): 1O-Link, push/pull output, configurable PNP or NPN output Discrete Output 2 (White Wire): Configurable PNP or NPN, or Pulse Frequency Modulated (PFM) output

• Repeatability

  • 2 mm
  • 10 mm at Excess Gain < 10x

• Maximum Transmitting Power

  • Peak EIRP : 100 mW, 20 dBm

• Output Protection

  • Protected against output short-circuit

• Remote Input

  • Allowable Input Voltage Range: 0 to Vsupply Active High (internal weak pull-down): High state > (Vsupply – 2.25 V) at 2 mA maximum Active Low (internal weak pull-up): Low state < 2.25 V at 2 mA movimitm

• Response Time

  • Analog update rate : 15 ms
  • Discrete output response : 50 ms
  • Speeds given for fast mode.

• Indicators

  • Power LED : Green, power on

• Signal Strength LED:

  • Green Flash : weak signal
  • Green Solid : 4x threshold
  • Green Solid : 4x threshold
  • Output LEDs : Amber, target within taught analog span/ discrete output status

• Construction

  • Housing: Aluminum
  • Window : Polycarbonate

• Connections

  • Integral M12 quick disconnect
  • Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset

• Vibration and Mechanical Shock

  • All models meet MIL-STD-202G, Method 201A (Vibration: 10 Hz to 60 Hz, 0.06 inch (1.52 mm) double amplitude, 2 hours each along X, Y and Z axes) requirements. Also meets IEC 60947-5-2 (Shock: 30G 11 ms duration, half sine wave) requirements. Method 213B
  • conditions H &l. Shock: 75G with device operating; 100G for non-operation

• Operating Temperature

  • Standard model : -40 °C to +65 °C (-40 °F to +149 °F)

• Temperature Effect

  • <+10 mm from -40 °C to +65 °C (-40 °F to +149 °F)

• Environmental Rating

  • 1P67 per IEC60529

• IEC IP69K per BS/ISO 20653: 2013

• Country of Origin

  • USA

Banner Engineering BV
Park Lane, Culliganlaan 2F bus 3
1831 Diegem, BELGIUM

Turck Banner LTD Blenheim House
Blenheim Court
Wickford, Essex SS11 8YT
GREAT BRITAIN

• ETSI EN 305 550 V2.1.0
• ETSI EN 305 550-1 V.1.2.1
• ETSI EN 305 550-2 V.1.2.1
• FCC ID: UE3Q90R
• IC ID :7044A-Q90R-6
• Install where not accessible by unauthorized personnel. The device shall only be accessible for adjustment, programming, or maintenance.
• The device was evaluated for IK08 impact energy in accordance with IEC 62262.

Output Ratings

Analog Outputs:

• Current Output (Q90R….-.I.. models): 1 kΩ maximum load resistance at 24 V; maximum load resistance = [(Vcc – 4.5)/ 0.02 Ω]
• Voltage Output (Q90R….-.U.. models): 2.5 kΩ minimum load resistance
• Current rating = 50 mA maximum each

Black wire specifications per configuration

FCC Part 15 Class A for Intentional Radiators

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

(Part 15.21) Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Industry Canada Statement for Intentional Radiators

This device contains licence-exempt transmitters(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Dimensions

All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise.

Beam Patterns

The beam pattern of the radar sensor is dependent on the radar cross section (RCS) of the target. The beam pattern graphs represent Standard Mode and are guides for representative object detection capabilities based on different- sized radar cross sections and corresponding example real-world targets. Use the following charts as a starting point in application setup.

Note that applications vary. Use the Beam Width versus Distance chart to understand where corresponding objects can be detected. Adjusting the signal strength threshold also affects the beam pattern when the target is constant.

Use the Beam Width versus Degrees chart to help determine how much the target can tilt from 90 degrees while still maintaining detection.

Unless otherwise specified, the following beam patterns are shown with Signal Strength Threshold = 1

Accessories

Configuration Tool

Product Support

• Update the Software

Use this procedure to update the Banner Radar Configuration Software.

The Banner Radar Configuration Software automatically looks for updated software versions. The symbol in the lower right corner indicates that a software update is available.

1. Click in the lower right corner of the software.
   • The Banner Radar Configuration Software Update screen displays.
2. Click Upgrade to begin the process. The Banner Radar Configuration Software closes and an installer (BannerRadarConfigInstaller.exe) downloads to the desktop.
   • NOTE: If changes have not been written to the sensor, the system asks whether you want to exit the program. Click No to stop the update process and return to the Software. Write the changes to the sensor, then return to step 1, above, to update the Software.
3. 3. Navigate to and open the file BannerRadarConfigInstaller.exe.
4. Depending on your system settings, a popup window may appear prompting to allow Banner Radar Configuration Software to make changes to your computer. Click Yes.
5. Click Close to exit the installer
   • The software update is complete.
     

Repairs

Contact Banner Engineering for troubleshooting of this device. Do not attempt any repairs to this Banner device; it contains no field-replaceable parts or components. If the device, device part, or device component is determined to be defective by a Banner Applications Engineer, they will advise you of Banner’s RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) procedure.

IMPORTANT: If instructed to return the device, pack it with care. Damage that occurs in return shipping is not covered by warranty

You may be asked to provide the configuration file and the data log file (.cfg) to aid in troubleshooting.

Contact Us

Banner Engineering Corp. headquarters is located at : 9714 Tenth Avenue North

• Minneapolis, MN 55441, USA
• Phone: + 1 888 373 6767

For worldwide locations and local representatives, visit www.bannerengineering.com.

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Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year following the date of shipment. Banner Engineering Corp. will repair or replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture which, at the time it is returned to the factory, is found to have been defective during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover damage or liability for misuse, abuse, or the improper application or installation of the Banner product

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND WHETHER ARISING UNDER COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE OF DEALING OR TRADE USAGE.

This Warranty is exclusive and limited to repair or, at the discretion of Banner Engineering Corp., replacement. IN NO EVENT SHALL BANNER ENGINEERING CORP. BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANY EXTRA COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY PRODUCT DEFECT OR FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, STATUTE,  TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE.

Banner Engineering Corp. reserves the right to change, modify or improve the design of the product without assuming any obligations or liabilities relating to any product previously manufactured by Banner Engineering Corp. Any misuse, abuse, or improper application or installation of this product or use of the product for personal protection applications when the product is identified as not intended for such purposes will void the product warranty. Any modifications to this product without prior express approval by Banner Engineering Corp will void the product warranties. All specifications published in this document are subject to change; Banner reserves the right to modify product specifications or upd ate documentation at any time. Specifications and product information in English supersede that which is provided in any other language. For the most recent version of any documentation, refer to: www.bannerengineering.com.

For patent information, see www.bannerengineering.com/patents.

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