Installation Instructions
DS422i and DS426i Dual Beam Photoelectric
Intrusion Detection Systems
1.0 Specifications
• Range: Indoors Outdoors
DS422i 300 ft. (90 m) 100 ft. (30 m)
DS426i 600 ft. (180 m) 200 ft. (60 m)
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 6.75 in. x 3.25 in. x 3.5 in.
171 mm x 82 mm x 87 mm
• Voltage: 12 to 28 VDC. Non-Polarized.
• Current: Transmitter Receiver
DS422i 15 mA 25 mA
DS426i 30 mA 25 m A
• Standby: Intended for connection to DC power
supplies capable of supplying power if
primary power fails.
• Relay: Alarm activated Form “C” with dry
contacts rated at 0.5 amps max. @
30 VAC and DC.
• Tamper: Normally Closed with cover in place.
• Pointability: The optical module can be adjusted
±90° horizontally or ±24° vertically.
• Temperature: -13°F to +130°F (-25°C to +55°C).
• Trigger Response Time:50 to 700 milliseconds, selectable.
2.0 Installation Considerations
• Stay within the listed maximum range.
• Install the system with a clear line-of-sight between the transmitter
and receiver. If installed outdoors, make sure trees, weeds, plants,
etc. will not interfere with the beams.
• Use care when installing near reflective surfaces (i.e. glossy walls
or floors). Care should be taken during alignment to ensure beams
are line-of-sight aimed and are not reflecting off surfaces.
• Do not install the units where they may be immersed in water or
subject to corrosive liquids or sprays.
• Do not install the receivers where they will be facing an intense
source of light (e.g. a rising or setting sun). If the sun can not be
avoided, mount the receiver slightly higher than the transmitter. Aim
the receiver down at the transmitter.
• Do not install the receivers where sunlight could be reflected directly
into the receiver optics.
• Do not install either unit on movable surfaces or surfaces subject to
strong vibrations.
Wire Entrance
Response
Adjustment
Power LED
LEVEL ALARMGOOD
ACTIVE INFRARED SENSOR
Alignment
Voltage
POWER
ACTIVE INFRARED SENSOR
Jacks
Vertical
Fine Tuning
Screw
Alignment
Tool
Note:
Tool
may be in
any of four
positions
Optical Module
Receiver
Cover Screws
Transmitter
Figure A - Location of the system’s major items.
• Place the provided template onto the mounting surface and mark
the holes for its two mounting screws (supplied).
NOTE: Be sure all wiring is unpowered before routing.
• Route wiring (for wire size see Section 4.0) through the transmitter’s
wire entrance, leaving enough to properly wire the transmitter.
• Mount the transmitter to the mounting surface. Firmly tighten the
screws.
• Repeat this complete mounting procedure for the receiver. Be sure
to mount the receiver in direct line-of-sight with the transmitter.
3.2 Pole Mounting
NOTE: The recommended mounting height is 3 feet (1 m). However,
mounting height will change depending on the anticipated
intruder catch area.
NOTE: Use optional MB series poles or equivalent.
• Choose the appropriate mounting location. Install the poles with a
clear line-of-sight between the transmitter and receiver.
• Remove the transmitter’s cover by loosening the Cover Screw (see
Figure A).
• Firmly attach a mounting plate and U-clamp to the pole (see Figure
B) with the screws supplied. Make sure they are line-of-sight aimed
so the transmitter and receiver will be aligned.
Wiring Entrance
3.0 Mounting
3.1 Surface Mounting
NOTE: The recommended mounting height is 3 feet (1 m). However,
mounting height will change depending on the anticipated
intruder catch area.
• Choose the appropriate mounting locations. They should be rigid
and provide a clear line-of-sight between the transmitter and receiver.
• Remove the transmitter’s cover by loosening the cover mounting
screw (see Figure A).
U-clamp
Figure B - Pole assembly
NOTE: Be sure all wiring is unpowered before routing.
• Route wiring (for wire size see Section 4.0) through the mounting
plate wire entrance (see Figure B), leaving enough to properly wire
the transmitter.
• Route the wiring through the transmitter’s wire entrance.
• Slide the transmitter onto the mounting plate. Tighten with the
mounting plate-to-unit screws.
• Repeat this complete mounting procedure for the receiver. Be sure
to mount the receiver in direct-line-of sight with the transmitter.
4.0 Wiring
Only apply power after all connections have been made
and inspected.
• Use the following chart (Figure C) to determine the minimum gauge
wire needed per length of wire run between the power source and
the last unit on the run. The chart is based on one system (one
transmitter and one receiver) connected to the same wire run from
the power source.
If more than one system is added to the run, the maximum length
per gauge decreases and is determined by dividing the length found
in the chart by the number of systems on the run.
DS422i Wiring Chart
SIZE
24 AWG(0.6mm)
22 AWG(0.8mm)
20 AWG(1.0mm)
18 AWG(1.2mm)
12 VDC
920 ft. (280m)
1,640 ft . (5 00m)
2,560 ft . (7 80m)
3,675 ft. (1120m)
24 VDC
790 ft. (240m)
1,440 ft. (440m)
2,300 ft. (700m)
3,280 ft. (1000m
5.0 Setup and Alignment
NOTE: Precise, correct alignment is a critical process for these
systems to operate effectively.
• Apply power to the units.
• Check the transmitter. The Power LED (see Figure A) should be
on. If the lamp is not on, the unit is not receiving power.
• Locate the Alignment Tool (see Figure A) on either the Transmitter
or Receiver.
• Slide the Alignment tool up and out of its holder (see Figure F) and
slide it onto the Alignment Mount on whichever side of the
Transmitter is most convenient for sighting through the viewfinder.
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DS426i Wiring Chart
SIZE
24 AWG(0.6mm)
22 AWG(0.8mm)
20 AWG(1.0mm)
18 AWG(1.2mm)
• Wire the receiver and transmitter terminal strips (see Figures D and
E).
12 VDC
820 ft. (250m)
1,410 ft. (430m)
2,230 ft. (680m)
3,215 ft. (980m)
1,250 ft. (380m)
2,000 ft . (6 10m)
2,850 ft . (8 70m)
Figure C - Wire chart
24 VDC
690 ft. (210m)
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POWER ALARM TAMPER
Figure D - Receiver Wiring
+
POWER
TAMPER
Figure E - Transmitter Wiring
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Figure F - Positioning the Alignment Tool
• From the side of the unit, look into the viewing port at the mirror.
The view in the mirror is what is in line-of-sight of the optical module.
NOTE: Alignment may be made easier with the use of an alignment
light (see Section 8.0).
• Rotate the optical module until the
image of the other unit is centered
in the mirror (see Figure G). If
initially aimed too high or low, adjust
the Vertical Fine Tuning screw (see
Figure A) until the unit is centered.
• Repeat this complete alignment sequence for the receiver’s optical
module.
• When properly aligned the Receiver’s green GOOD LED should be
lit.
6.0 Fine-tune Alignment
Meter readings are very important in providing maximum trip-safety
margins (see Figure H). A 20,000 Ohm/volt (or greater) DC VOM is
recommended.
When fine-tuning the transmitter and receiver, maximum meter
readings occur at the transmitted beam’s center, which is also the
receiver’s line-of-sight. A reduction in the system’s effectiveness will
occur if the units are not properly aligned and fine-tuned.
Figure G - Image in mirror
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