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R-GAGE
Q240RA-AF2 Sensor
™
Datasheet
Radar-Based Dual-Zone Narrow-Beam Sensors for Detection of Moving and Stationary Targets
Model
Q240RA-US-AF2Q
independent
zones; 1 to
Q240RA-CN-AF2Q
40+ meters
CAUTION: Make No Modifications to this Product
Any modifications to this product not expressly approved by Banner Engineering could void the user's
authority to operate the product. Contact Banner Engineering for more information.
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to
serious injury or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary
to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an
energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
Overview
The R-GAGE sensor emits a well-defined beam of high-frequency radio waves from an internal antenna. Some of this
emitted energy is reflected back to the receiving antenna. Signal processing electronics determine the distance from the
sensor to the object based on the time delay of the return signal. The sensor can be configured to two independent
sensing zones.
The two sensing zones are factory pre-set to default distances; they can be reconfigured for different distances using the
DIP switches on the side of the sensor. The sensor is plug-in ready for immediate operation.
The sensitivity is precalibrated at the factory, assuming that the sensing field will be clear of obstacles. The sensitivity can
be adjusted using the DIP switches on the side of the sensor.
Original Document
184564 Rev. A
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FMCW (true-presence) radar detects moving and stationary objects
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Narrow 11° × 13° beam pattern
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Two independent, adjustable sensing zones detect objects up to 40 meters
away (131.2 ft)
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Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output with simple DIP
switches
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Sensing functions are unaffected by wind, falling rain or snow, fog, humidity,
air temperatures, or light
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Sensor operates in Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) telecommunication
band
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Rugged IP67 housing withstands harsh environments
Protected by US patents
Sensing
Supply
Connection
Range
Voltage
Two
5-pin M12
sensing
12 to 30 V
quick
disconnect
(131 ft)
22 September 2015
Telecom Approval
Telecom approved for US and Canada
dc
Telecom approved for China
Output
DIP-switch-
selectable NPN or
PNP; N.O. or N.C.
184564
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Summary of Contents for Banner R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2
- Page 1 (131 ft) CAUTION: Make No Modifications to this Product Any modifications to this product not expressly approved by Banner Engineering could void the user's authority to operate the product. Contact Banner Engineering for more information. WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection.
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Page 2: Sensor Configuration
™ R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2 Sensor 1. Output LEDs: Yellow (output 1 energized); Red (configuration) 2. Output LEDs: Yellow (output 2 energized); Red (configuration) 3. Power LED: Green (power ON) 4. Signal Strength LED: Red (flashes in proportion to the signal strength) 5. -
Page 3: Dip Switch Functions
™ R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2 Sensor DIP Switch Functions Switches Function A1, A2, A3, A4 Zone 1 Distance (detects objects from sensor face to this point) A5, A6, A7 Zone 2 Distance, Offset from Zone 1 Polarity B1, B2, B3 Sensitivity (higher sensitivity sees weaker objects and has a larger beam pattern) B4, B5, B6 Response Speed Normally Open/Normally Closed output functionality... -
Page 4: Sensitivity Selection
™ R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2 Sensor Zone 2 Distance Offset from Zone 1 Offset 2 m (6.6 ft) 4 m (13.1 ft) 6 m (19.7 ft) 8 m (26.2 ft) 10 m (32.8 ft) 15 m (49.2 ft) 20 m (65.6 ft) 25 m (82.0 ft) NOTE: Highest sensitivity is achieved only if the sensing distance is 36 m (118.1 ft) or less. -
Page 5: Specifications
™ R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2 Sensor ON Total (ms) OFF Total (ms) Total (ms) 1000 1030 6000 6120 * Default settings Specifications Range Indicators The sensor is able to detect a proper object (see Detectable Objects) Power LED: Green (power ON) from 1 to 40+ m (3.3 to 131.2+ ft), depending on target Signal Strength LED: Red, flashes in proportion to signal strength. -
Page 6: Beam Pattern
™ R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2 Sensor Beam Pattern Typical Beam Pattern (with BRTR-CC20E Radar Typical Beam Pattern (with 4 different targets) Target, Radar Cross Section = 50 m Passenger Train Sensitivity 8 Large Truck Sensitivity 1 Weak Object Meters Meters 1–8: Indicates sensitivity level At sensitivity level 8 1: Weak Object (Radar cross section = 0.25 m 2: Car (Radar cross section = 3 m... - Page 7 ™ R-GAGE Q240RA-AF2 Sensor Dimensions All measurements are listed in millimeters (inches), unless noted otherwise. Windows The R-GAGE sensor can be placed behind a glass or a plastic window, but the configuration must be tested and the distance from the sensor to the window must be determined and controlled prior to installation. There is typically a 20% signal reduction when the sensor is placed behind a window.
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Page 8: Quick Disconnect (Qd) Cordsets
Load 1 4. Black 5. Gray (Do not connect) Load 2 NOTE: Banner recommends that the shield wire (QD cordsets only) be connected to earth ground shield (QD cordset) or dc common. Shielded cordsets are recommended for all QD models. -
Page 9: Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty
Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty 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.
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