APG IRU-3000 User Manual

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Table of Contents

Warranty ............................................................................................................... 3

Understanding Ultrasonics ................................................................................... 4

Description ........................................................................................................... 5

Specifications ........................................................................................................ 5

Setup & Operation ................................................................................................ 6

RS-485 Communications Data ............................................................................... 6

Command Protocol ................................................................................................ 7

Command Structure ............................................................................................... 7

Memory ................................................................................................................. 7

Command List ....................................................................................................... 8

Parameters ............................................................................................................. 9

Distance Sensor .................................................................................................... 9

Sensor Number ................................................................................................... 10

Bank Number ...................................................................................................... 10

Blanking .............................................................................................................. 11

Pulses .................................................................................................................. 12

Sensitivity ........................................................................................................... 13

Calibration ........................................................................................................... 14

Temperature Compensation ................................................................................ 15

Average ............................................................................................................... 16

Out of Range Span .............................................................................................. 17

Out of Range Count ............................................................................................ 18

Sample rate .......................................................................................................... 19

Trip Point Settings .............................................................................................. 20

Trip Types ........................................................................................................... 22

Continuous Transmit .......................................................................................... 23

Start Transmit Sensor .......................................................................................... 23

Stop Transmit Sensor .......................................................................................... 24

Start Transmit Bank ............................................................................................. 24

Stop Transmit Bank ............................................................................................. 24

Reset Parameters ................................................................................................. 25

Mounting ............................................................................................................ 25

Housings ............................................................................................................ 26

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• Warranty and Warranty Restrictions

APG warrants its products to be free from defects of material and workmanship
and will, without charge, replace or repair any equipment found defective upon
inspection at its factory, provided the equipment has been returned,
transportation prepaid, within 18 months from date of shipment from factory.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES NOT EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN, WHETHER
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

No representation or warranty, express or implied, made by any sales
representative, distributor, or other agent or representative of APG which is not
specifically set forth herein shall be binding upon APG. APG shall not be liable
for any incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses directly or
indirectly arising from the sale, handling, improper application or use of the
goods or from any other cause relating thereto and APG’s liability hereunder, in
any case, is expressly limited to the repair or replacement (at APG’s option) of
goods.

Warranty is specifically at the factory. Any on site service will be provided at
the sole expense of the Purchaser at standard field service rates.

All associated equipment must be protected by properly rated electronic/
electrical protection devices. APG shall not be liable for any damage due to
improper engineering or installation by the purchaser or third parties. Proper
installation, operation and maintenance of the product becomes the
responsibility of the user upon receipt of the product.

Returns and allowances must be authorized by APG in advance. APG will
assign a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number which must appear on
all related papers and the outside of the shipping carton. All returns are subject
to the final review by APG. Returns are subject to restocking charges as
determined by APG’s “Credit Return Policy”.

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UNDERSTANDING ULTRASONICS

Ultrasonic sensors measure distance by using a transducer to send out ultra­sonic bursts. Each burst contains a series of pulsed sound waves. The ultra­sonic burst emits in the shape of a cone, reflects off the detected target, and is
received by the transducer. The time required for this burst to travel to and from
the target is measured and converted into a distance measurement by the sensor.

Ultrasonic sensing is affected by several factors including the target’s surface,
size, angle and the distance from the sensor. Environmental conditions such as
temperature, humidity, gases, and pressure may also affect the measurement.
APG sensors automatically compensate for most of these varied environments.
The following considerations will help ensure the best possible sensing condi­tions.

SURFACE

The ideal target surface is hard and smooth. This surface will reflect a greater
amount of signal than a soft, rough surface. A weak echo, which is the result of
a small or soft object, will reduce the operating distance of the sensor and
decrease its accuracy.

DISTANCE

The shorter the distance from the sensor to an object, the stronger the returning
echo will be. Therefore, as the distance increases, the object requires better
reflective characteristics to return a sufficient echo.

SIZE

A large object will have more surface to reflect the signal than a small one. The
surface area recognized as the target is generally the portion closest to the
sensor.

ANGLE

The inclination of the objects’ surface facing the ultrasonic sensor affects the
reflectivity of the object. The portion perpendicular to the sensor returns the
echo. If the entire surface is at a great enough angle, the signal will be reflected
away from the sensor and no echo will be detected.

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DESCRIPTION

The IRU-2xx4/3xx4 is a low cost ultrasonic sensor used for non-contact measure­ment over a 1’ to 35’ range. RS-485 interface allows for convenient sensor
communication. The sensor is encased in a sealed chemical resistant housing
and has built in temperature compensation.

SPECIFICATIONS

IRU-2xx4 IRU-3xx4

Range: 1’ to 25’ 1.25’ to 35’

Housing: ABS or PVC PVC

Outputs: RS-485 & NPN RS-485 & NPN

Supply Voltage: 12 to 28 VDC 12 to 28 VDC

(24 VDC Recommended sensor performance
is diminished if lower voltage applied)

Current Draw: 60 ma @ 24 VDC 60ma @ 24VDC

2.0 Watts Max. 2.0 Watts Max.

Transducer Type Ceramic Ceramic

Ratings NEMA 4X NEMA 4X

Sensor adjust RS-485 interface RS-485 interface

Operating temp. -40 to 60 °C -40 to 60 °C

Resolution .1inches (2.5mm) .1inches (2.5mm)

Accuracy +/- 0.25% Range +/- 0.25% Range

Temp. Comp. Internal Internal

(thermistor located on transducer face)

Sample Rate Programmable, 1 to 22 Hz

Beam pattern 9 degrees off axis (when operating with

high sensitivity)

Cable 6 conductor, 22 gauge 6’ length

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+1 2

GND

GND

T D(B )

T D(A )

RS-232 to RS-485
Converter

Orange Wire

Blue Wire

SETUP & OPERATION

Wire the IRU-2XX4/3XX4 as described below.

Color Description
Red + 12 - 24 VDC
Black Ground

Orange T(+) or TD(A)
Blue T(-) or TD(B)

White NPN (200 ma max)
Green Clock Sync.

RS-485 COMMUNICATIONS DATA

All Communication to the sensor is in the following format:

Protocol RS-485 2 wire
Speed 9600
Length 8 bits
Stop 1 bit
Parity none
Echo on

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COMMAND PROTOCOL

A command must be sent to the sensor in order to obtain any information from
the unit.

• All distances coming form the sensor will be in whole millimeters.

• The temperature is returned as a Celsius value with a 40° positive offset

• No negative numbers, decimal numbers or fractions are sent.

COMMAND STRUCTURE

All of the IRU-2XX4/3XX4 commands follow the format below.
Messages from the sensor

Start character (AAh)
Sensor Number as single byte value
Command Number as single byte value
Data values as double byte value
Stop character (55h)

6 bytes Total

Messages from the sensor
Start character (66h)
Sensor Number as single byte value
Command Number as single byte value
Data value 0 as double byte value
Data value 1 as single byte value for returning distance and

temperature if possible

Stop character (99h)

7 bytes total

MEMORY

There are two types of memory available in the IRU-2XX4/3XX4, E2 and RAM.
E2 is nonvolatile and will retain the data if power to the sensor is lost or turned
off. RAM is volatile and will not be retained without power. The number of
WRITES available to E2 is approximately 10,000. Prudent use of this function
will allow a lifetime of use. The number of READS from E2 is unlimited. If
frequent parameter changes are anticipated or necessary, use the WRITE RAM
functions to avoid “wearing out” the E2 memory.

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COMMAND LIST

COMMAND
01h) Read Sensor Number EE
02h) Write Sensor Number EE

03H) READ BANK NUMBER EE
04H) WRITE BANK NUMBER EE
05H) READ BLANKING EE
06H) WRITE BLANKING EE
07H) READ PULSES EE
08H) WRITE PULSES EE
09H) READ SENSITIVITY EE
0AH) WRITE SENSITIVITY EE
0BH) READ CALIBRATION EE
0CH) WRITE CALIBRATION EE
0DH) READ TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION
0EH) WRITE TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION
0FH) READ AVERAGE EE
10H) WRITE AVERAGE EE
11H) READ OUT OF RANGE SPAN EE
12H) WRITE OUT OF RANGE SPAN EE
13H) READ OUT OF RANGE COUNT EE
14H) WRITE OUT OF RANGE COUNT EE
15H) READ SAMPLE RATE EE
16H) WRITE SAMPLE RATE EE
17H) READ TRIP BEGIN
18H) WRITE TRIP BEGIN
19H) READ TRIP END
1AH) WRITE TRIP END
1BH) READ TRIP TYPE
1CH) WRITE TRIP TYPE
1DH) READ TRANSMIT OFF(0)/ON(1)
1EH) WRITE TRANSMIT OFF(0)/ON(1)
1FH) RESET PARAMETERS TO DEFAULTS
20H) START TRANSMIT SENSOR
21H) STOP TRANSMIT SENSOR
22H) START TRANSMIT BANK
23H) STOP TRANSMIT BANK
24H) DISTANCE AND TEMPERATURE READ

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PARAMETERS

The Parameters (E) command displays the current settings of the sensor. The
following is an example of a parameter report from the IRU-2XX4/3XX4.

PARAMETERS MENU Min. Max.

Distance Sensor Number EE 0 9
Bank Number EE 0 9
Blanking EE 152 7620
Pulses EE 0 20
Sensitivity EE 0 100
Calibration EE 0100 1999 (0 .100 to 1.999)
Temp. Compensation 0 1
Average EE 1 10
Out of Range Span EE 0 7620
Out of Range Count EE 0 250
Sample Rate EE 23 1000
Trip point begin 0 7620
Trip point end 0 7620
Trip point type 0 7
Sensor Transmit 0 1 (0 = OFF, 1 = ON)

The IRU-2XX4/3XX4 will display the distance to a target in millimeters.

DISTANCE SENSOR

To request the Distance and temperature from sensor number 1, send:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
24h Command 24h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Distance (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h Distance (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h Temperature

99h Stop Byte

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SENSOR NUMBER

Up to 10 sensors may be attached to the same communication and power line.
Each sensor is then assigned a unique number. Each sensor must have a unique
Sensor Number. Sensor Numbers are assigned one at a time as the sensors are
placed on line. When assigning these values, ensure that only the desired sensor
is connected to the RS-485 line.
With only one sensor connected to the RS-485 communication lines, assign a
sensor number to a sensor by using the following steps.

1. Determine the present sensor number by reading the sensor number:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
01h Command 01h Command
00h Data (not used) 01h Sensor # (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) 00h NA (Low Byte)
55h End Byte 00h NA

99h Stop Byte

2. Program New sensor number, Example Change from #1 to #0:

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
02h Command
00h Data
00h Data (Not Apply)
55h End Byte

BANK NUMBER

There are 10 banks (0-9) available for sensor assignment and up to 10 sensors
may be assigned to any 1 bank. However, this system will support a maximum of
10 sensors and each sensor must have a unique Sensor Number. Banks allow a
number of sensors to be controlled simultaneously.

Assign a Bank Number by,

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
03h Command
02h Data Bank number 2
00h Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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BLANKING

Blanking allows the sensor to ignore all echoes returned before this distance.

There is a minimum distance to which this can be set which is 152 millimeters.
This distance (or time) allows the ceramic in the transducer to stop vibrating after
it has transmitted a series of pules.

To read the current setting for the blanking in the sensor:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
05h Command 05h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Blanking (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h Blanking (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte

To send a new Blanking distance use the command structure:

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
06h Command
00h Data (High Byte)
00h Data (Low Byte)
55h End Byte

Example: Suppose the sensor is mounted in a position that were a partial
structure is located 600 mm from the sensor head. The desired detection range
is from 650 mm to 2100 mm . Setting the blanking at 620mm would allow the
sensor to ignore the structure and monitor the desired detection area.

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PULSES

Pulses is used to control output power of the sensor. Each burst from the

sensor contains a number of pulses. More pulses equate to more power and
fewer pulses to less power. Caution: More power may not always be best as

more pulses can create more echoes and may result in false readings.

To read the pulses in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
07h Command 07h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Pulses(High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h NA (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte

To change the pulses in the sensor to 9 , use the command structure:

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
08h Command
09h Data 9 pulses
00h Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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SENSITIVITY

Sensitivity controls the gain of the receive circuit. High values will amplify the

return pulse enabling the sensor to detect weak signals. Caution: High sensitiv­ity setting increases the chance for the sensor to detect unwanted objects, which
can decrease the reliability of the output.

To read the Sensitivity in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
09h Command 09h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Sensitivity (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h NA (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte

To change the Sensitivity in the sensor to 80%, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
0Ah Command
50h Data 80 decimal = 50 hex
00h Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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CALIBRATION

Calibration The IRU-2XX4/3XX4 must be calibrated if a familiar reading is

desired. The software is designed so that a calibration factor of 1000 will yield
units that represent inches, feet and meters. Variations of the speed of sound in
different atmospheres may yield readings which slightly differ from actual
measured values. If this is unacceptable, vary the Calibration factor to “dial in”
the exact number desired.

Acceptable values for this parameter range from 0100 to 1999

If a certain distance to a target is known and the sensor is not outputting the
desired reading, use the following formula to obtain the desired reading.

New Calibration Factor = (Desired Distance Reading x Old Calibration Factor) /
Sensor Distance Reading.

Example: Suppose a target is 5.50 feet from the face of the sensor. The sensor
has a calibration factor of 1000 and is yields a Distance Reading of 5.65 ft.

Calculate the new Calibration Factor by:
New Calibration Factor = (5.50 x 1000) / 5.65 = 0973.

To read the calibration factor in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
0Bh Command 0Bh Command
00h Data (not used) 03h Calibration (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) E8h Calibration (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte

To change the calibration factor in a sensor, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
0Ch Command
03h Data (not used) 0973 D = 3CD
CDh Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION

Temperature Compensation allows the operator to enable or disable tempera-

ture compensation. When this feature is enabled, the IRU-2XX4/3XX4 will make
adjustments for variations in temperature, which affects the speed of sound. This
will produce a more exact output.

To Read the Temperature Compensation in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
0Dh Command 0Dh Command
00h Data (not used) 00h Temp. Comp. (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) 00h NA(Low Byte)
55h End Byte 00h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Temperature Compensation in the sensor from OFF to ON, use the
command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
0Eh Command
01h Data Change to 1 for temp. Compensation ON
00h Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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AVERAGE

Average: The sensor will average the number of samples set in the Average

Parameter. Each qualified sample is placed into a buffer and averaged with the
previous samples to generate a steady output. A qualified sample is one that falls
within the boundaries set in the Out of Range Span Parameter.

To Read the number of samples being averaged in a sensor, use the command
structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
0Fh Command 0Fh Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Average (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h NA (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the average to 7 in the sensor, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
10h Command
07h Data Number of samples to average
00h Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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OUT OF RANGE SPAN

Out of Range Span The Out of Range Span was designed to eliminate extrane-

ous signals and noise. This Span or window changes with the distance of the
average distance reading. This window will allow only readings that fall within
its limits. If the target is suddenly changed outside of the window limits, the
sensor will wait until a number or echoes specified in the Out of Range Count
are received within a new window before updating the output reading.

To Read the Out of Range Span in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
11h Command 11h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Span (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h Span (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Out of Range Span in the sensor to 304 mm, use the command
structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
12h Command
01h Data 304 decimal = 130h
30h Data
55h End Byte

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OUT OF RANGE COUNT

Out Range Count : indicates the number of consecutive samples outside the

Out of Range Span that would need to be detected before the sensor recognizes
them as legitimate samples. For example, with the Out of Range Span set at
300mm, the sensor detecting a distance at 1,520mm and the OUT OF RANGE
COUNT set to 10, and a target entered the detection area of the sensor at a
distance less than 1,220mm or greater than 1,820mm, the target would need to be
present long enough for the sensor to receive 10 samples before the sensor would
recognize the target. If the target were in the detection area of the sensor for only
9 samples, the sensor would retain the 1,520mm distance reading.

To Read the Out of Range Count in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
13h Command 13h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Out of range (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h NA (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Out of Range Count to 10 in the sensor, use the command
structure;

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Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
14h Command
0Ah Data 10 decimal = A hex
00h Data (not used)
55h End Byte

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SAMPLE RATE

Sample Rate is used to control the burst rate. The number entered in this field

represents the number of milliseconds between each burst.

To Read the Sample Rate in a sensor, use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
15h Command 15h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Sample Rate (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h Sample Rate (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Sample Rate to 80 msec in the sensor, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
16h Command
00h Data (high byte) 80 decimal = 50 hexadecimal
50h Data (low byte)
55h End Byte

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TRIP POINT SETTINGS

The IRU-2XX4/3XX4 has a programmable NPN trip point that is fully program­mable for ‘BEGIN’ and ‘END’ points and ‘TYPE’ of operation. ( see page 20) The
zero point of distance will be at the transducer, the relay trip points is pro­grammed in millimeters.

DESCRIPTION PARAMETERS EXPLANATION

Begin Trip Units = millimeters Sets the begin point

Default = of Trip

End Trip Units = millimeters Sets the end point

Default = of Trip

Trip Type Range = 0 - 7 Selects the type of

0 - near function Trip will
1 - exclusive perform. (See Page 20)
2 - hysteresis near
3 - far
4 - inclusive
5 - hysteresis far
6 - disable
Default = 0

To read the Begin Trip Distance in sensor number 1 , use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
17h Command 17h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Distance (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h Distance (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Begin trip distance in sensor number 1 to 900mm, use the
command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
18h Command
03h Data (high byte) 900 mm decimal = 384h
84h Data (low byte)
55h End Byte

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To read the End Trip Distance in sensor number 1 , use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
19h Command 19h Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Distance (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h Distance (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Begin trip distance in sensor number 1 to 1200mm, use the
command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
1Ah Command
04h Data (high byte) 1,200 mm decimal = 4B0h
B0h Data (low byte)
55h End Byte

To read the Trip Type in sensor number 1 , use the command structure:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
1Bh Command 1Bh Command
00h Data (not used) ##h Trip Type (High Byte)
00h Data (not used) ##h NA (Low Byte)
55h End Byte ##h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the Trip Type in sensor number 1 to 4, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
1Ch Command
04h Data
84h NA
55h End Byte

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CONTINUOUS TRANSMIT

The IRU-2XX4/3XX4 can operate in two different modes:
(0) Control mode were the sensor will begin and end transmitting when it receives
a begin or end transmit or bank command.
(1) Continuous transmit mode were the sensor will transmit as long as it has
power.
To read the mode the sensor number 1 is operating in, use the command struc­ture:

Send Receive

AAh Start Byte 66h Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number 01h Sensor Number
1Dh Command 1Dh Command
00h Data (not used) 00h Operating mode
00h Data (not used) 00h NA
55h End Byte 00h NA

99h Stop Byte
To change the operating mode in sensor number 1 to transmitting all of the time,
use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
1Eh Command
01h Data
00h NA
55h End Byte

START TRANSMIT SENSOR

Start Transmit Sensor allows the user to identify a sensor and have it start

transmitting. This command controls a single sensor.
To have sensor number 1 begin transmitting, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
20h Command
00h NA
00h NA
55h End Byte

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STOP TRANSMIT SENSOR

Stop Transmit Sensor allows the user to identify a sensor and have it start

transmitting. This command controls a single sensor.
To have sensor number 1 stop transmitting, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
21h Command
01h NA
00h NA
55h End Byte

START TRANSMIT BANK

Start Transmit Bank allows the user to identify a bank of sensors and have

them start transmitting. This command controls up to 10 sensors providing they
are all assigned to the same bank.
To have Bank number 1 begin transmitting, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
00h, NA
22h Command
01h Bank Number)
00h NA
55h End Byte

STOP TRANSMIT BANK

Stop Transmit Bank (e) allows the user to identify a bank of sensors and have

them stop transmitting. This command controls up to 10 sensors providing they
are all assigned to the same bank.
To have Bank number 1 stop transmitting, use the command structure;

Send

AAh Start Byte
00h, NA
23h Command
01h Bank Number
00h NA
55h End Byte

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RESET PARAMETERS

Reset allows the user to reset the parameters in a particular sensor to the factory

defaults.

To reset the parameters in sensor number 1, use the command structure:

Send

AAh Start Byte
01h, Sensor Number
1Fh Command
00h NA
00h NA
55h End Byte

MOUNTING

When mounting any ultrasonic sensor, alignment is critical. Ensure the face of
the transducer is parallel to the target. A misalignment of a few degrees can
affect the accuracy and reliability of the sensor.

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2.600"

3.000"

3.600"

1.000"

2.600"

3.000"

1/2" NPT

1.000"

1.000"

3.000"

1.190"

2.751"

6.183"

6"

3" NPT

1" NPT

IRU-3134

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IRU-2004

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