R-GAGE® Q130RA Sensor
208831
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
208831 Rev. B
15 May 2019
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R-GAGE
Q130RA Sensor
Contents
1 Product Description ........................................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Models ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Banner Radar Configuration Software ............................................................................................................................................4
1.4 Features and Indicators ................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Installation Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Sensor Orientation .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Mount the Device ............................................................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Wiring ..............................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Install the Software ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Getting Started ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1 Connect to the Sensor ....................................................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Software Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................8
4 Banner Radar
4.1 Navigation Toolbar ..........................................................................................................................................................................9
4.2 Live Sensor Data and Legend .........................................................................................................................................................9
4.3 Summary Pane .............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
4.4 Sensor Settings Pane .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
4.5 Live Sensor Data Controls ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
5 Remote Input ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
5.1 Teach Output 1 Switch Point ........................................................................................................................................................12
5.2 Remote Setup ...............................................................................................................................................................................13
5.3 Set the Sensitivity ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
6 Reset the Sensor to Factory Defaults ...........................................................................................................................15
6.1 Factory Default Settings ............................................................................................................................................................... 15
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
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7.1 FCC Part 15 and CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) .................................................................................................................................16
7.2 PC Requirements ..........................................................................................................................................................................17
7.3 Beam Patterns .............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
7.4 Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
8 Windows .......................................................................................................................................................................21
9 Update the Software .................................................................................................................................................... 22
10 Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Configuration Tool ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23
10.1
10.2 Quick Disconnect (QD) Cordsets ................................................................................................................................................23
10.3 Brackets and Enclosures ............................................................................................................................................................. 23
11 Product Support and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 25
11.1 Repairs ........................................................................................................................................................................................25
11.2 Contact Us ...................................................................................................................................................................................25
11.3 Banner Engineering Corp. Software Copyright Notice ................................................................................................................25
11.4 Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty .............................................................................................................................. 25
Configuration Workspace ........................................................................................................................9
R-GAGE® Q130RA Sensor
1 Product Description
Radar-Based Sensors for Detection of Moving and Stationary Targets
• FMCW radar detects moving and stationary objects
• Adjustable sensing field—ignores objects beyond setpoint
• Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output using the Banner
Radar Configuration Software and Pro Converter Cable
• Sensing functions are unaffected by wind, falling rain or snow, fog, humidity, air
temperatures, or light
• Sensor operates in Industrial,
• Rugged IP67 housing withstands harsh environments
WARNING:
• Do not use this device for personnel protection
• Using this device for personnel protection could result in serious injury or death.
• This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in
personnel safety applications. A device failure or malfunction can cause either an energized (on)
or de-energized (off) output condition.
Scientific, and Medical (ISM) telecommunication band
1.1 Models
Models
Q130RA-9076-AFQ 24 m (78.7 ft) 90° × 76°
Q130RA-2450-AFQ 40 m (131.2 ft) 24° × 50°
Maximum
Range
Beam Angle Telecom Approval
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Telecom approved for US, UK,
Europe, China, Australia, and
New Zealand
Output Connection
Bipolar NPN/PNP
N.O./N.C. Configurable
Integral 5-pin
Euro-style (M12)
quick-disconnect
(QD)
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1.2 Overview
The R-GAGE sensor emits a well-defined beam of high-frequency radio waves from an internal antenna. Some of this
emitted energy reflects back to the receiving antenna. Signal processing electronics in the sensor determine the distance
from the sensor to the object based on the time delay of the return signal. The sensor can be
remote input wire) to sense objects up to a specific distance, ignoring objects beyond this distance (also called background
suppression).
configured (using a PC or
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For additional countries, contact Banner Engineering.
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Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See
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Quick Disconnect (QD) Cordsets
on page 23.
0 m 1.0 m 2.0 m Maximum Switch Point
(varies by model)
Minimum Switch Point
Sensing Range
0.4 m
Reliable detection of
stationary and moving
targets
Detection
possible, but
less likely *
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specific detection range depends on the radar cross section and returned signal strength of the specific target.
*The
Moving targets provide a stronger signal and are more likely to be detected at closer distances. Typical stationary
targets can be detected as close as 1 meter (3.3 feet). Typical moving targets can be detected as close as 0.4 meters
(1.3 feet).
Figure 1. Sensing Range
1.3 Banner Radar Configuration Software
Use the Banner Radar Configuration software and Pro Converter Cable to set up the R-GAGE sensor.
For more information visit
www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/products/sensors/software/radar-configuration.html
1.4 Features and Indicators
LED Color Description
1 Power Green Power ON
Figure 2. R-GAGE Features
Signal
2
Strength
3 Output 1 Amber Output energized
4 Output 2 Amber Output energized
Red
Flashes in proportion
to the signal strength
.
Signal Strength and the Indicator LEDs
The Signal Strength indicator flashes in proportion to the signal strength. It flashes slowly when signal strength is above
one. The flashing frequency increases until signal strength is four times the user-selected signal strength threshold. At this
point, the Signal Strength indicator is on and does not
flash.
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LED Status
Signal Strength Output 1/2
Off
Flashing
Flashing
On
Normally Open = Off
Normally Closed = On
Normally Open = Off
Normally Closed = On
Normally Open = On
Normally Closed = Off
Normally Open = On
Normally Closed = Off
Description
There is no detectable object within the switch point distance that is
returning a signal greater than the minimum signal strength threshold of
one.
An object is detected, however, the output is off because the returned
signal strength is below the user-defined threshold. The flash rate
increases as the signal strength increases.
A target is detected and the returned signal strength is stronger than the
user-defined threshold. The flash rate increases as the signal strength
increases.
A target is detected and the signal is four times stronger than the user-
defined signal strength threshold.
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Recommended
target
target
Not Recommended
θ
T
θ
BA
θ
BA
θ
BA
θ
T
<
1/2 x
shield (QD cordset)
Remote TEACH
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1
2
4
5
12-30V dc
Load 1
Load 2
+
–
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2 Installation Instructions
2.1 Sensor Orientation
Correct sensor-to-object orientation is important to ensure proper sensing.
Minimize the tilt angle of a target relative to the sensor. The target should be titled less than half of the beam angle.
Figure 3. Tilt angle of the target relative to the sensor
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.
This is done via the red Signal Strength LED or the Banner Radar
Configuration Software.
4. Tighten the mounting screws to secure the device (or the device and the bracket) in the aligned position.
2.3 Wiring
Key:
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray (Connect for use with remote input)
2.4 Install the Software
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Note: Banner recommends that the shield wire (quick-disconnect cordsets only) be connected to earth
ground or dc common. Shielded cordsets are recommended for all quick-disconnect models.
Important: Administrative rights are required to install the Banner Radar
Configuration software.
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1. Download the latest version of the software from
radar-configuration.html
.
www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/products/sensors/software/
2. Navigate to and open the downloaded file.
3. Click Install to begin the installation process.
4. Depending on your system settings, a popup window may appear prompting to allow Banner Radar Configuration to
make changes to your computer. Click Yes.
5. Click Close to exit the installer.
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3 Getting Started
Power up the sensor, and verify that the power LED is ON green.
3.1 Connect to the Sensor
1. Connect the sensor to the Pro Converter Cable.
2. Connect the Pro Converter Cable to the PC.
3. Open the Banner Radar
4. Go to Sensor > Connect on the Navigation toolbar.
The Connection screen displays.
5. Select the correct Sensor Model and Com Port for the sensor.
6. Click Connect.
A message displays
7. Click OK.
The Connection screen closes and the sensor data displays.
3.2 Software Overview
Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output using the Banner Radar Configuration and Pro Converter
Cable.
Configuration Software.
confirming the connection to the sensor.
Figure 4. Banner Radar Configuration Software
1. Navigation toolbar—Use this toolbar to connect to the sensor, to save or load a configuration, or to reset to factory
defaults
2. Live Sensor Data and Legend—Shows the signal strength versus distance for the connected sensor, as well as
options to select which data displays on the graph
3. Summary pane—Displays the distance to the target, the signal strength, and the output status
4. Sensor Settings pane—Set the sensor parameters in this pane
5. Status bar—Shows whether the sensor is connected, if a software update is available, and if the sensor data is
being recorded to a
6. Live Sensor Data controls—Use these controls to record, freeze, and play real-time sensor data
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