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R-GAGE Q120RA-AF Sensor
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 (via DIP switches) to sense objects up to a specific
distance, ignoring objects beyond this distance (also called background
suppression).
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Setpoint
Figure 1. R-GAGE features
1. Output LEDs: Yellow (output 1
energized); Red (configuration)
2. Output LEDs: Yellow (output 2
energized); Red (configuration)
3. Power LED: Green (power ON)
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Signal Strength LED: Red
(flashes in proportion to the
signal strength)
Figure 2. R-GAGE setpoint distances
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DIP switch row A
DIP switch row B
Access the DIP switches behind the
threaded cap on the sensor side
EU, KR Models
2 m (6.6 ft)
US Models
3 m (9.8 ft)
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Minimum Zone 1 setpoint distance
Maximum Zone 1 setpoint distance
12 m (39.4 ft)
12 m (39.4 ft)
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Dead Zone
Sensor Configuration
The sensitivity and output configuration can be selected via the DIP switches on the side of the sensor. Use the included
spanner to open the screw-off cover on the side of the sensor and access the DIP switches.
Important: Tighten the DIP switch cover a full quarter turn after contact to maintain the watertight
seal.
DIP Switch Functions
Switches
A1, A2, A3, A4
A5, A6, A7, A8
B1, B2, B3
B4, B5, B6
B7
Function
Sensing Distance (detects objects from sensor face to this point)
Not Used
Sensitivity (higher sensitivity sees weaker objects and has a larger beam pattern)
Response Speed
Normally Open/Normally Closed output functionality
Not Used
B8
DIP switch 1 is on the left and DIP switch 8 is on the right.
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Typical dead zone: 0.4 m (1.3 ft) for moving and 1.0 m (3.3 ft) for stationary targets, but varies with target reflectivity.
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