OPTEX OVS-6000 Quick Setup Guide
For detailed information, please refer to the installation manual supplied with each sensor.
The OVS-6000 utilizes an active infrared transmitter and photoelectric
receiver located in the rectangular sensor head. This Quick Setup Guide
will answer the most common installation questions, including: Mounting
location, aiming the sensor head to achieve proper detection, self-learning,
and programming.
Select a sensor mounting location based on application (Notification or Dwell Time)
1
Notification (detecting the approach of a vehicle) applications, vehicle clearance validation
Note: Mount to the side if you don't have vehicle clearance of the sensor (see above right); ensure vehicles will not strike the sensor.
2
Dwell Time (detecting the presence of a stopped vehicle) applications, vehicle clearance validation
Note: Mount to the side if you don't have vehicle clearance of the sensor (see above right); ensure vehicles will not strike the sensor.
3
After choosing the mounting location, open the box and remove
the sensor.
4
Note that the dipswitches are located behind the black cover, which
can be easily removed by pulling the cover forward.
5
View the Transmitter, Receiver and Dipswitches. See below for detail of
dipswitch settings.
sensor
3-4'
3 - 4'
sensor
* Aim detector beams in front of tube machine
(over)
or
or
sensor
3 - 4'
sensor
3-4'
Need help?
Do you have a question about the OVS-6000 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers