Installation; Sensor Orientation; Mount The Device - Banner Q5X Series Instruction Manual

2 Installation

2.1 Sensor Orientation

Optimize detection reliability and minimum object separation performance with correct sensor-to-target orientation. To
ensure reliable detection, orient the sensor as shown in relation to the target to be detected.
See the following figures for examples of correct and incorrect sensor-to-target orientation as certain placements may pose
problems for sensing some targets. The Q5X can be used in the less preferred orientation and at steep angles of incidence
and still provide reliable detection performance due to its high excess gain. For the minimum object separation distance
required for each case, refer to
Correct Incorrect
Figure 4. Orientation by a wall
(Optimal)
Horizontal
Orientation Orientation
Figure 7. Orientation for a color or luster
difference

2.2 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.
1 Applying tilt to sensor may improve performance on reflective targets. The direction and magnitude of the tilt depends on the application, but a 15° tilt is often sufficient.
Figure 3. Optimal Orientation of Target to Sensor
Performance Curves on p. 36.
Correct
Figure 5. Orientation for a moving object
Vertical
Figure 8. Orientation for highly reflective target
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Incorrect
Reflective
Surface
(optional)
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Correct Incorrect
Figure 6. Orientation for a height difference
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