MIGHTY MULE R4222 Photo Beam Instruction Manual

June 1, 2024
Mighty Mule

R4222 Photo Beam

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Specifications

  • Product Name: Photo Beam R4222
  • Beam Type: Through Beam
  • Detection Type: Photoelectric Dual Beam
  • Mounting: Wall or Pole Mounting
  • Power Requirements: Battery-operated
  • Startup Time: Approximately 0.06 seconds

Product Usage Instructions

Mounting Cautions

Do not mount the detector in the following conditions:

  • Where obstructions (plants, fences, etc.) are between the
    receiver and the sender.

  • Where the mounting surface is unstable.

  • Where sunlight and headlights shine directly into the front of
    the receiver.

Mounting and Connections

  1. Loosen the cover holding screw, and remove the outer
    cover.

  2. Mount the detector on the wall using the screw holes.

  3. Pull the wire through the rubber knockout and connect wires to
    the terminals as per the wiring diagram.

Wiring the R4222 Photo Eyes to Gate Operators

  1. Connect transmitter and receiver terminals to the positive and
    negative terminals of the battery respectively.

  2. Connect receiver terminals to the COM and SAFETY terminals of
    your gate opener control board.

Pole Mounting

  1. Break out the wire hole on the bracket and pull out the
    wires.

  2. Attach the base plate on the bracket using the Regular Ring
    after removing the cover.

Beam Alignment

  1. Remove the cover and turn on power.
  2. Adjust horizontal pivot and vertical adjustment screw to align
    the photo-beams by looking through the peep hole.

Beam Interruption Time Adjustment

Verify correct operation of the device after completing
setup.

FAQs

Q: Can I mount the detector in direct sunlight?

A: It is advised not to mount the detector where sunlight shines
directly into the front of the receiver as it may affect
operation.

Q: How do I adjust the beam interruption time?

A: The beam interruption time can be adjusted by following the
instructions provided in the user manual under the ‘Beam
Interruption Time Adjustment’ section.

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PHOTO BEAM
R4222
THROUGH BEAM

Table of Contents
Photoelectric Dual Beam Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Receiver Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Transmitter Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mounting Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mounting and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Wiring the R4222 Photo Eyes to Gate Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Transmitter Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Receiver Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Pole Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Dip Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Beam Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Beam Interruption Time Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Verify Correct Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Parts

Photoelectric Dual Beam Detector

Cover

Internal View
Wiring Knockout Connection Terminals

Indicator Lens

Signal Level Display Tamper

Vertical Alignment
Screw

Cover Locking Screw

Receiver Wiring Terminals

Transmitter Wiring Terminals

POWER COM

NO

HEATER TAMPER

NC ALARM ALARM

Receiver Indicators
· GOOD LED (Green) . Use when adjusting beam alignment . ON when beams are aligned, OFF when beams are not aligned . (Refer to operation instructions)
· LEVEL LED (Red) . ON indicates received signal . Brightness varies, depending on incident level .
· ALARM LED (Red) . ON indicates beam blocked . Use when setting response time . (Refer to operation instructions) 3

POWER HEATER TAMPER
Transmitter Indicators
· POWER LED (green) . ON when light beam is transmitting .

Mounting Cautions
Do not mount the detector in the following conditions:

Where obstructions (plants, fences, etc .) are between the receiver and the sender .

Where the mounting surface is unstable .

Where sunlight and headlights shine directly into the front of the receiver .

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Mounting and Connections
1 . Loosen the cover holding screw, and remove the outer cover .

2 . Remove the rubber knockout, and use the screw holes to mount the unit .
3 . Remove the rubber knock-out, and pull the wire through .

Wiring Back Cover

4 . Mount the detector on the wall . 5

5 . Connect wires to the terminals: See wiring diagram, next page.

· Wire with 22awg minimum
· 300 ft (91 .4m) max length
· Be sure to capture the wire ends under the wire clamp plates .
· Avoid frayed ends on wires that might produce a short circuit .

Correct

Wrong

Wrong

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Wiring the R4222 Photo Eyes to Gate Operators
Compatible with Mighty Mule® Gate Openers
1 . Connect the ( ) Terminals of the TRANSMITTER and RECEIVER to the POSITIVE terminal of battery with wire . Alternatively (not displayed below), 1 from the transmitter’s terminal can also be directly connected to 1 on the receiver’s terminal as long as the transmitter or receiver’s terminal 1 is also connected to battery’s positive terminal .

2 . Connect the ( ) Terminals of the TRANSMITTER and RECEIVER to the NEGATIVE terminal of battery with wire . Alternatively (not displayed below), 2 from the transmitter’s terminal can also be directly connected to 2 on the receiver’s terminal as long as the transmitter or receiver’s terminal 2 is also connected to battery’s negative terminal .

3 . Connect the ( ) Terminal of the RECEIVER to the COM/COMMON terminal of your gate opener control board with wire .

4 . Connect the ( ) Terminal of the RECEIVER to the SAFETY terminal of your gate opener control board with wire .

Transmitter Terminal

POWER HEATER TAMPER

BLACK

RED RED

Receiver Terminal

COM SAFETY

BLACK

POWER COM

NO

HEATER TAMPER

NC ALARM ALARM

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Pole Mounting
1 . Break out the wire hole on the bracket then pull out the wires .
2 . Remove the cover . 3 . Attach the base plate on the
bracket using the Regular Ring .
Dip Setting
NOTE: 1 . DIP 1 & 2 on Transmitter & Receiver must be on the same position (same channel) . 2 . Dial the PIN 5 at “ON” position on Receiver . STARTUP time is about 0 .06 seconds .
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Beam Alignment
1 . Remove the cover, and turn ON power .
2 . Adjust the horizontal pivot, and the vertical adjustment screw using the built-in viewer .
3 . Look through the peep hole on either side and adjust so that the photo- beams are aligned .
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Beam Interruption Time Adjustment

Verify Correct Operation
After installation, confirm correct operation by suitable walking .

Transmitter Receiver

Condition
Transmitting Beam Clear Beam Blocked
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Indication
Green LED is ON GOOD-LEVEL Indication Alarm indication lamp is ON

Troubleshooting

Symptom

Possible Cause

Remedy

Transmitter LED does not light. Receiver LED does not light.

Improper voltage supplied.

Check the power supply and wiring.

Alarm LED does not light, even when beams are blocked.

1. Beams reflect to the receiver by other objects.
2. Both beams are not blocked simultaneously.

1. Remove the reflecting object or change optical axis direction.
2. Block both beams.

3. Beam block time is too short.

When the beams are blocked, the 1. Wiring is short circuited.

receiver LED light is ON, but not

alarm.

2. Wiring connection is not good.

1. Optical axis is not properly adjusted.

3. Increase beam block time. Check wiring and connection spot. 1. Adjust the optical axis.

The alarm indication lamp of receiver is always on.
Intermittent Alarm

2. There are obstructions between the transmitter and the receiver.
3. The outer covers are dirty.
1. Bad wiring. 2. Fluctuating power supply/ voltage. 3. Intermittent blockage between the
transmitter and the receiver. 4. The receiver or transmitter is unstable. 5. Blocked by other moving objects.

2. Remove the obstructions. 3. Clean with window cleaner and a soft
cloth. 1. Check wiring. 2. Check the power supply. 3. Remove the obstruction or relocate. 4. Fix the mounting. 5. Adjust the optical axis. 6. Adjust interruption time or change
installation position.

Specifications

Model

Detection Method

Range

Outdoor Indoor

Beam Characteristics

Response Time

Power Input

Current Consumption

Output Pulse Duration

Alarm Output

Tamper Switch

Operating Temperature

Environment Humidity

Alignment Angle

Mounting

Weight

Appearance

R4222
Infrared photoelectric
98.4 ft (30m) 295.2 ft (90m) Pulsed infrared dual beams 50~700m seconds (selectable) DC12V~24V 40mA max 2 Seconds (±1) nominal Form C relay (AC/DC 30V 0.5A max) N.C. Opens when cover is removed (receiver only) -13°F (-25 C)~131°F (55°C) 95% max ±5° vertical, ±90° horizontal Wall or pole .66lbs (300g) Both transmitter and receiver PC Resin (Black)
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Limited Warranty

This product is warranted to the original consumer (“You”) by Nice North America LLC against defects in material and workmanship. This limited warranty only extends to You if You purchased directly from Nice North America or through one of Nice North America’s authorized sales partners. The warranty period commences on the date of Your purchase and survives for the respective product warranty period, as set forth in the chart below.

Model Gate Accessories

Warranty Length 12 months

Please note, you are responsible for all labor costs associated with removing, reinstalling and returning the product to Nice North America, including the cost of shipping the product to Nice North America. Nice North America will, at its option, either repair or replace any product that it confirms is defective and is eligible for service under this warranty and will return the repaired or replaced product to You at Nice North America’s cost. Replacements may be made from b-stock products. If an exact replacement is not available, Nice North America will, at its option, select the nearest equivalent product. Nice North America will return warranted repaired or returned replacements by UPS Ground or an equivalent service. Second day or next-day service may be available at Your expense.
This warranty does not apply to damage to the product from negligence, abuse, abnormal usage, misuse, accidents, acts of god, normal wear or tear or due to failure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions, or arising from improper installation, storage or maintenance. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY CONTAINED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, NICE NORTH AMERICA MAKES NO OTHER PRODUCT REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT WILL NICE NORTH AMERICA BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL, COMPENSATORY, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental and consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to You. Any warranties implied by law are limited to the time periods set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to You. This warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
In order to be protected by this warranty, a copy of the receipt or other valid proof of purchase must be provided; the warranty cannot be honored without proof of purchase. You must send a copy of your proof of purchase with any product that is being repaired or replaced under this warranty. In order to initiate warranty service for Your product, please call Technical Services at 800-421-1587 for a Return Authorization Number (“RA#”) and other important details. You must obtain a RA# before returning Your product for warranty service.

Mighty Mule Sales & Technical Service: 800-421-1587
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