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DF-G2 High Speed Expert
Dual
Display Fiber Amplifier
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
177899 Rev. E
20 September 2016
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Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved
177899

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  • Page 1 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Instruction Manual Original Instructions 177899 Rev. E 20 September 2016 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved 177899...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ......................20 3.4.7 Troubleshooting ......................21 4 Specifications ......................23 4.1 Excess Gain Curves ........................ 24 4.2 Beam Patterns ........................26 4.3 Dimensions ..........................28 5 Accessories ........................29 5.1 Quick-Disconnect Cordsets ...................... 29 6 Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty ..............31...
  • Page 3: Product Description

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 1 Product Description Advanced sensor with dual digital displays for use with plastic and glass fiber optic assemblies • Best in class response speeds of: 10 µs, 15 µs, 50 µs, 250 µs, 500 µs, 1000 µs and 2000 µs allow the operator to optimize for fast response, long distance applications, or noisy environments.
  • Page 4: Overview

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 1.2 Overview The DF-G2 is an easy-to-use, DIN-rail-mountable fiber optic sensor with best in class response speed and repeatability. It provides high-performance sensing in high speed or low contrast applications where fast response time is required. The sensor’s compact housing has dual digital displays (Red/Green) and a bright output LED for easy programming and status monitoring during operation.
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 2 Installation Instructions 2.1 Mounting Instructions Mount on a DIN Rail 1. Hook the DIN rail clip on the bottom of the DF-G2 over the edge of the DIN rail (1). 2.
  • Page 6: Fiber Adapters

    NOTE: If a thin fiber with less than 2.2 mm outer diameter is used, install the fiber adapter provided with the fiber assembly to ensure a reliable fit in the fiber holder. Align the fibers to the end of the adaptors. Banner includes the adapters with all fiber assemblies.
  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 3 Operating Instructions 3.1 Run Mode Run mode allows the sensor to operate normally and prevents unintentional programming changes. The +/SET/- rocker button is disabled during RUN mode, except when using Window SET. 3.2 Program Mode Program (PRG) mode allows the following settings to be programmed in the DF-G2 (refer to Program Mode Flowchart and and Remote Input Flowchart for programming).
  • Page 8: Teach Selection

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Figure 2. 3.2.1 TEACH Selection The DF-G2 can be programmed for one of the following TEACH/SET methods: • Two-Point TEACH • Dynamic TEACH www.bannerengineering.com - Tel: 763.544.3164...
  • Page 9: Response Speed

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier • Window SET • Light SET • Dark SET • Calibration SET NOTE: A TEACH Selection must be selected by programming before TEACH/SET methods can be used. 3.2.2 Response Speed The DF-G2 can be programmed for one of the following Response Speeds: Response Speed Display Range Crosstalk Avoidance Algorithm...
  • Page 10: Delays/Timers

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier • Severe contamination/changes in the taught condition can prevent the Auto Thresholds algorithm from optimizing the threshold(s). If this occurs, the DF-G2 enters a Threshold Alert or Threshold Error state. See Troubleshooting on page 21 for more explanation.
  • Page 11 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Remote NOTE: Follow procedure for the selected TEACH/SET method Input (highlighted in black box) chosen in the TEACH Selection menu Two Point TEACH 2Pt tch, then 1234 2nd Pulse Timing (T) PASS or FAIL (with % Minimum Diff.) 0.04 seconds <...
  • Page 12: Adjust Mode

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 3.4 Adjust Mode Sliding the RUN/PRG/ADJ mode switch to the ADJ position allows the user to perform Expert TEACH/SET methods and Manual Adjustment of the threshold(s). 3.4.1 Two-Point TEACH • Establishes a single switching threshold •...
  • Page 13: Dynamic Teach

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Method Action Result SET Button Display: Flashes "2Pt tch" then holds a. Present the first condition. on "1234 2nd" b. Click the SET rocker button. Remote Input a. Present the first condition. b.
  • Page 14 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Darkest Taught Lightest Taught Condition Condition Sensor positions threshold midway between taught conditions Output OFF Output ON Darkest Position Most Light (no signal) adjusted by (saturated Manual Adjust signal) Figure 6. Dynamic TEACH (Light Operate shown) The output ON and OFF conditions can be reversed using the LO/DO switch.
  • Page 15: Window Set

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 4. Exit Dynamic TEACH. Method Action Result SET Button Click the SET rocker button TEACH Accepted Displays alternate "PASS" with % Minimum Difference 8 , Sensor returns to Adjust mode Remote Input Single-pulse remote input TEACH Not Accepted Displays alternate "FAIL"...
  • Page 16 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Window SET and Manual Adjust Moves sensing window center value up or down to make adjustments • Slide Mode switch to ADJ to enter Adjust mode • Press "+" to increase; press "-" to decrease ◦...
  • Page 17: Light Set

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Window SET (during RUN mode) Upon sensor power-up, Window Center is displayed Upper Window Lower Threshold Center Threshold Displayed Displayed Displayed Figure 8. Upper and Lower Thresholds 3.4.4 Light SET • Sets a threshold a programmable % offset below the presented condition •...
  • Page 18: Dark Set

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Method Action Result SET Button 12 Set Mode switch to ADJ Display: Red - Signal Level; Green - Threshold Remote Input 13 No action is required; sensor is ready for Light SET method 2.
  • Page 19 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Threshold position adjusted by Manual Adjust Sensor positions threshold a programmable % offset above the presented condition Output OFF Output ON Darkest Condition Most Light (no signal) Presented (saturated signal) Figure 10. Dark SET (Light Operate shown) Dark SET and Manual Adjust Moves switching threshold value up or down to make adjustments •...
  • Page 20: Calibration Set

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 3. Return to RUN Mode. Method Action Result SET Button Move Mode switch to RUN Display: Red - Signal Level; Green - Threshold Remote Input No action required; sensor returns to RUN mode automatically 3.4.6 Calibration SET •...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Method Action Result SET Button • Present sensing condition Threshold Condition Accepted Displays read "cAL SEt" then flashes • Click the SET rocker button "PASS"; Sensor returns to Adjust mode Remote Input •...
  • Page 22 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Threshold Alert or Threshold Error Severe contamination/changes in the taught condition can prevent the Auto Thresholds algorithm from optimizing the threshold(s). State Display Description Corrective Action Threshold Alert Alternates The threshold(s) cannot be Cleaning/correcting the sensing optimized, but the sensor's output environment and/or a re-teach of the...
  • Page 23: Specifications

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 4 Specifications Sensing Beam Adjustments DF-G2: Visible red, 635 nm 3-way RUN/PRG/ADJ Mode Switch DF-G2W: Broad spectrum white, 450 nm to 650 nm 2-way LO/DO Switch DF-G2B: Visible blue, 470 nm 3-way +/SET/- Rocker Button DF-G2G: Visible green, 525 nm •...
  • Page 24: Excess Gain Curves

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 4.1 Excess Gain Curves The excess gain curves shown are for the standard red LED emitter models. Multiplication factors for the other colored LEDs (with respect to the red LED values) are: •...
  • Page 25 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 1000000 100000 Long Long Medium Medium 100000 Standard Standard 10000 Fast Fast High High Super High 10000 Super High 1000 1000 1000 1000 10000 DISTANCE (mm) DISTANCE (mm) Figure 16. PIT46U-Opposed Mode Figure 17.
  • Page 26: Beam Patterns

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 4.2 Beam Patterns The beam patterns shown are for the standard red LED emitter models. Multiplication factors for the other colored LEDs (with respect to the red LED values) are: • White 0.5 •...
  • Page 27 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 1200 Long Medium Standard Long Fast Medium High Standard Super High Fast High Super High -300 -600 -900 -1200 -100 1000 1200 DISTANCE (mm) DISTANCE (mm) Figure 26. PIT46U-Opposed Mode Figure 27. PBT46U-Diffuse Mode 2000 1600 Long...
  • Page 28: Dimensions

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 4.3 Dimensions www.bannerengineering.com - Tel: 763.544.3164...
  • Page 29: Accessories

    ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 5 Accessories DIN-35-.. SA-DIN-CLAMP • Pair of metal DIN rail end stops; slide onto DIN rail at 35 mm DIN Rail either side of the sensor stack • Combination (#2 Phillips, #8 standard slotted) set screw Model Length DIN-35-70...
  • Page 30 ™ DF-G2 High Speed Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier 4-Pin Threaded M8/Pico-Style Cordsets Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female) PKG4M-2 2 m (6.56 ft) 35 Typ. PKG4M-5 5 m (16.4 ft) Straight ø 9.5 PKG4M-9 9 m (29.5 ft) M8 x 1 PKW4M-2 2 m (6.56 ft) 28 Typ.
  • Page 31: Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty

    6 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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