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R-GAGE™ Q240RA-AF2 Sensor

184564

Datasheet

Radar-Based Dual-Zone Narrow-Beam Sensors for Detection of Moving and Stationary Targets

• FMCW (true-presence) radar detects moving and stationary objects

• Narrow 11° × 13° beam pattern

• Two independent, adjustable sensing zones detect objects up to 40 meters
away (131.2 ft)

• Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output with simple DIP
switches

• Sensing functions are unaffected by wind, falling rain or snow, fog, humidity,
air temperatures, or light

• Sensor operates in Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) telecommunication
band

• Rugged IP67 housing withstands harsh environments

Protected by US patents

Model

Q240RA-US-AF2Q Two

Q240RA-CN-AF2Q Telecom approved for China

Sensing

Range

independent

sensing

zones; 1 to

40+ meters

(131 ft)

Connection

5-pin M12

quick

disconnect

Supply

Voltage

12 to 30 V

dc

Telecom Approval Output

Telecom approved for US and Canada

DIP-switch­selectable NPN or
PNP; N.O. or N.C.

CAUTION: Make No Modifications to this Product

Any modifications to this product not expressly approved by Banner Engineering could void the user's
authority to operate the product. Contact Banner Engineering for more information.

WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to

serious injury or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary

to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an
energized or de-energized sensor output condition.

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 to two independent
sensing zones.

The two sensing zones are factory pre-set to default distances; they can be reconfigured for different distances using the
DIP switches on the side of the sensor. The sensor is plug-in ready for immediate operation.

The sensitivity is precalibrated at the factory, assuming that the sensing field will be clear of obstacles. The sensitivity can
be adjusted using the DIP switches on the side of the sensor.

Original Document
184564 Rev. A

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A B

Zone 1 Zone 2

R-GAGE™ Q240RA-AF2 Sensor

1. Output LEDs: Yellow (output 1 energized); Red
(configuration)

2. Output LEDs: Yellow (output 2 energized); Red
(configuration)

3. Power LED: Green (power ON)

4. Signal Strength LED: Red (flashes in proportion to
the signal strength)

5. DIP switch row A

6. DIP switch row B

Access the DIP switches behind the threaded cap on the
sensor side

Figure 1. R-GAGE features

Figure 2. R-GAGE setpoint distances

CN Model

X Minimum Zone 1 setpoint distance 2 m (6.6 ft) 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
Y Maximum Zone 1 setpoint distance 30 m (98.4 ft) 30 m (98.4 ft)
A Minimum Zone 2 (offset from Zone 1: 2 m to 25 m) 4 m (13.1 ft) 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
B Maximum Zone 2 (offset from Zone 1: 2 m to 25 m) 55 m (180.4 ft) 55 m (180.4 ft)
D Dead Zone

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US Model

Sensor Configuration

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.

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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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DIP Switch Functions

Switches Function

A1, A2, A3, A4 Zone 1 Distance (detects objects from sensor face to this point)
A5, A6, A7 Zone 2 Distance, Offset from Zone 1
A8 Polarity
B1, B2, B3 Sensitivity (higher sensitivity sees weaker objects and has a larger beam pattern)
B4, B5, B6 Response Speed
B7 Normally Open/Normally Closed output functionality
B8 Not Used

DIP switch 1 is on the left and DIP switch 8 is on the right.

Distance Settings

Zone 1 Distance

A1 A2 A3 A4

0 0 0 0 2 m (6.6 ft) 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
0 0 0 1 2.5 m (8.2 ft) 4 m (13.1 ft)
0 0 1 0 3 m (9.8 ft) 4.5 m (14.8 ft)
0 0 1 1 3.5 m (11.5 ft) 5 m (16.4 ft)
0 1 0 0 4 m (13.1 ft) 5.5 m (18.0 ft)
0 1 0 1 5 m (16.4 ft) 6 m (19.7 ft)
0 1 1 0 6 m (19.7 ft) 6.5 m (21.3 ft)
0 1 1 1 7 m (23.0 ft) 7 m (23.0 ft)

1* 0* 0* 0* 8 m (26.2 ft) 8 m (26.2 ft)

1 0 0 1 10 m (32.8 ft) 10 m (32.8 ft)
1 0 1 0 12 m (39.4 ft) 12 m (39.4 ft)
1 0 1 1 14 m (45.9 ft) 14 m (45.9 ft)
1 1 0 0 16 m (52.5 ft) 16 m (52.5 ft)
1 1 0 1 20 m (65.6 ft) 20 m (65.6 ft)
1 1 1 0 25 m (82.0 ft) 25 m (82.0 ft)
1 1 1 1 30 m (98.4 ft) 30 m (98.4 ft)

Distance

CN US

* Default settings

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Zone 2 Distance Offset from Zone 1

A5 A6 A7 Offset

0 0 0 2 m (6.6 ft)
0 0 1 4 m (13.1 ft)
0 1 0 6 m (19.7 ft)

0* 1* 1* 8 m (26.2 ft)

1 0 0 10 m (32.8 ft)
1 0 1 15 m (49.2 ft)
1 1 0 20 m (65.6 ft)
1 1 1 25 m (82.0 ft)

NOTE: Highest sensitivity is achieved only if the sensing distance is 36 m (118.1 ft) or less.

Sensitivity Selection

B1 B2 B3 Sensitivity

0 0 0 8 (Highest)
0 0 1 7...
0 1 0 6 (High)
0 1 1 5...

1 * 0 * 0 * 4 (Medium)

1 0 1 3...
1 1 0 2 (Low)
1 1 1 1 (Lowest)

* Default settings

NOTE: Operation at a high sensitivity not guaranteed for a zone set beyond 45 m (147.6 ft)

Output Configuration

A8

0* NPN

1 PNP

* Default settings

Response Speed

B4

0 0 0 15 15 30
0 0 1 30 70 100
0 1 0 30 120 150

0* 1* 1* 50 300 350

B5 B6 ON Total (ms) OFF Total (ms) Total (ms)

NPN / PNP

B7 Normally Open / Closed

0* NO

1 NC

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B4 B5 B6 ON Total (ms) OFF Total (ms) Total (ms)

1 0 0 50 600 650
1 0 1 30 1000 1030
1 1 0 120 600 720
1 1 1 120 6000 6120

* Default settings

Specifications

Range

The sensor is able to detect a proper object (see Detectable Objects)
from 1 to 40+ m (3.3 to 131.2+ ft), depending on target

Detectable Objects

Objects containing metal, water, or similar high-dielectric materials

Operating Principle

Frequency modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) radar

Operating Frequency

24.00 to 24.25 GHz, ISM Band (varies slightly with model, depending
on national telecom regulations)

Supply Voltage

12 to 30 V dc, less than 100 mA, exclusive of load

Supply Protection Circuitry

Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages

Delay at Power-up

Less than 2 seconds

Output Configuration

DIP switch A8 selects Dual NPN (default) or PNP; DIP switch B7 selects
N.O. (default) or N.C. operation; 150mA each

· Zone 1 output: white wire

· Zone 2 output: black wire

Output Protection

Protected against short circuit conditions

Response Time

DIP-switch-configurable ON/OFF response time

Indicators

Power LED: Green (power ON)
Signal Strength LED: Red, flashes in proportion to signal strength.

Steady on at 4x excess gain. Only indicates signal amplitude, not
target distance.
Output LEDs: Yellow (output energized) / Red (configuration)
See Overview on page 1

Adjustments

DIP-switch-configurable sensing distance, sensitivity, response time,
and output configuration

Construction

Housing: Polycarbonate
Lightpipes: Acrylic
Access Cap: Polyester

Operating Temperature

– 40° to + 65° C (– 40° to + 149° F)

Environmental Rating

IP67

Connections

Integral M12 Euro-style QD fitting. QD models require a mating cordset

Certifications

CMIIT Category G, FCC part 15, RSS-210, others pending

Beam Angles

FCC ID: UE3Q240RAUS—This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IC: 7044A-Q240RA—This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exempts de licence d'Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux
conditions suivantes: (1) Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences; et (2) Ce dispositif doit accepter toute
interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent entraîner un mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil.

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-1

-2

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5 10 15 20 25

Meters

30 35 40 45

Meters

Sensitivity 1

Sensitivity 8

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5

6

7

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-1

-2

-3

-4

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5 10 15 20 25

Meters

30 35 40 45

Meters

Weak Object

Car

Large Truck

Passenger Train

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-2

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5 10 15 20 25

Meters

30 35 40 45

Meters

Car

Large Truck

Passenger Train

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Weak Object

(Trace Data)

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Beam Pattern

Typical Beam Pattern (with BRTR-CC20E Radar

Target, Radar Cross Section = 50 m2)

1–8: Indicates sensitivity level

1: Weak Object (Radar cross section = 0.25 m2)

2: Car (Radar cross section = 3 m2)

3: Large Truck (Radar cross section = 50 m2)

4: Passenger Train (Radar cross section = 300 m2)

Typical Beam Pattern (with 4 different targets)

At sensitivity level 8

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NOTE: The effective beam pattern depends on the sensitivity level and target properties.

At sensitivity level 4

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Dimensions

All measurements are listed in millimeters (inches), unless noted otherwise.

Windows

The R-GAGE sensor can be placed behind a glass or a plastic window, but the configuration must be tested and the
distance from the sensor to the window must be determined and controlled prior to installation. There is typically a 20%
signal reduction when the sensor is placed behind a window.

Polycarbonate at 4 mm thickness performs well in most situations, but the performance depends on filler materials.
Thinner (1 to 3 mm) windows have high reflection. The amount of reflection depends on the material, thickness, and
distance from the sensor to the window.

Locate the sensor in a position of minimum reflection from the window, which will repeat every 6.1 mm of distance
between the sensor and the window. The positions of maximum reflection from the window repeat between the minimums,
and decrease in effect until the window is approximately 150 mm (5.9 in) away. Consult the factory for pre-tested window
materials which can be used at any distance without issue.

Additionally, the face of the window should be protected from flowing water and ice by use of a flow diverter or hood
directly above the window. Falling rain or snow in the air in front of the window, light water mist, or small beads on the
face of the window are typically not an issue. However, a thick, continuous surface of water or ice directly on the face of
the window can be detected as a dielectric boundary.

The Q240WS is a clip-on hydrophobic weather shield accessory specially designed to meet these requirements.

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shield (QD cordset)

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5

12-30V dc

Load 1

Load 2

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44 Typ.

ø 14.5

M12 x 1

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4

1

5

32 Typ.

[1.26"]

30 Typ.

[1.18"]

ø 14.5 [0.57"]

M12 x 1

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Wiring

Wiring Key:

1. Brown

2. White

3. Blue

4. Black

5. Gray (Do not connect)
NOTE: Banner recommends that the shield wire

(QD cordsets only) be connected to earth ground
or dc common. Shielded cordsets are
recommended for all QD models.

Accessories

Quick Disconnect (QD) Cordsets

5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets—with Shield
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDEC2-506 1.83 m (6 ft)
MQDEC2-515 4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530 9.14 m (30 ft)

Straight

MQDEC2-550 15.2 m (50 ft)

MQDEC2-506RA 1.83 m (6 ft)
MQDEC2-515RA 4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530RA 9.14 m (30 ft)

Right-Angle

MQDEC2-550RA 15.2 m (50 ft)

NOTE: Pin 5 is not used.

Brackets and Other Accessories

SMBQ240SS2

• Add-on accessory to be
used in conjunction with
SMBQ240SS1

• Provides ± 20° of tilt in
second axis for maximum
control of sensor alignment

• 12 gauge stainless steel

Q240WS

• Coated to help repel water
and maximize signal
strength

• Snap-on cover for easy
application and replacement

1 = Brown

2 = White

3 = Blue

4 = Black

5 = Gray

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SMBQ240SS1

• Sensor mounting plate and

• Provides ± 20° of tilt in one

• 12 gauge stainless steel

• Sensor can mount on

R-GAGE™ Q240RA-AF2 Sensor

pivoting bracket

axis for enhanced sensor
alignment

bracket horizontally or
vertically

Q240RA R-GAGE sensor shown with all three accessories

installed.

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. This warranty
does not cover damage or liability for misuse, abuse, or the improper application or installation of the Banner product.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND WHETHER ARISING UNDER COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE OF DEALING OR
TRADE USAGE.

This Warranty is exclusive and limited to repair or, at the discretion of Banner Engineering Corp., replacement. IN NO
EVENT SHALL BANNER ENGINEERING CORP. BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FOR
ANY EXTRA COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY PRODUCT DEFECT OR FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
PRODUCT, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, STATUTE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY,
NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE.

Banner Engineering Corp. reserves the right to change, modify or improve the design of the product without assuming any
obligations or liabilities relating to any product previously manufactured by Banner Engineering Corp.

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