Picking A Location; Location Considerations; Detection Pattern; Aiming And Walk Testing - RAB Lighting Mini Sensor Installation Manual

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Picking A Location

Location Considerations:

• Choose a location from which the
sensor can "see" all the paths of
movement that will be illuminated by
its lights.
• Mini Sensor may be wall or ceiling
mounted.
• Sensor functions best when the
direction of expected movement
is across its detection pattern, not
towards the sensor.
• If wall mounting, locate 6-10' high for
optimum range and detection. Lower
mounting height will reduce range.
Sensor must be below and as far as
possible away from lights. If ceiling
mounted be sure there are no lights
below sensor.

Detection Pattern:

• The sensor has a "Double Look Down"
Lens with one "Look Out" zone and
two "Look Down" zones, for excellent
detection both at long and close range.
Detection extends out a maximum of
30 feet and is 180º wide.
• To reduce the Detection Pattern length,
aim the sensor down
• To reduce Detection Pattern width,
mask the sides of the lens with the
Lens Mask Kit provided or opaque
weatherproof tape.
• If sensor is mounted by a doorway at
the top of stairs, be aware that the
elevated mounting height may extend
the sensors range.
• As distance from the sensor increases,
it will take more movement to be
detected. For instance, at 10 feet, a half
step will be enough, while at 30 feet,
several steps will be necessary.
60'
Top View
30'
8'
30'
Side View
Double Look Down Lens
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Aiming and Walk Testing

Test Period:
The sensor has a 3 minute Test Period
which allows it to be aimed and walk
tested day or night.
• For the first 30 seconds, the lights will
be turned on. During this time, test
that all fixtures and lamps function
properly.
• For the next 3 minutes, the sensor will
keep lights on for 5 seconds each time
it detects movement in its Detection
Zone. The sensor will change to
Automatic Mode after the 3 minute
Test Period.
• If another 3 minute Test Period is
desired, turn the power off for at least
10 seconds and back on again.
Walk Test:
The purpose of the Walk Test is to check
and adjust the coverage pattern.
1. Aim the sensor approximately to cover
the area you desire.
2. Start outside the Detection Zone and
walk across the zone until the lights
go on. As distance from the sensor
increases, it will take more movement
to be detected. For instance, at 10 feet,
a half step will be enough, while at 30
feet, several steps will be necessary.
Finish
Start
3. To reduce range, use the lens masks
provided or tilt sensor down.Repeat
steps #2 and #3 until you are satisfied
with the coverage.
4. The Time Control is factory set
between 5-8 minutes. This period
starts after the movement in the
Detection Zone ceases. If less time
is desired, turn the time control
counterclockwise. For more time, turn
the control clockwise.
5. The sensor is factory set for night only
operation. To obtain full operation
24 hours per day, turn the Photocell
Control fully clockwise to the sun
symbol. Intermediate settings will
allow the sensor to operate earlier or
later at dusk.
6. Your sensor is ready for operation. See
the Technical Tips pages if additional
help is needed.
Control Panel:
Turn controls gently using the
adjustment tool provided. Do not force
past stops.
S
T
Photocell
Turn to moon
symbol for night
only
Turn to sun
symbol for 24
hour operation
(lights turn on
night and day)
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