OPTEX OVS-02GT Vehicle Detection Sensor
Safety precautions
This product is a vehicle detection sensor that detects the entry, presence, and departure of vehicles. Do not use it in any other purpose.
For Safe Use About the Marks
The description given here is for correct usage of the product without causing damage to you, other personnel as well as damage to properties. The marks and their meanings are as follows:
Please read the text after understanding the contents well.
EXAMPLES OF GRAPHICAL INDICATION
Before using the product
2-1 Detection principle of the sensor
This sensor uses the reflection of microwave to detect vehicles.
• The microwave sensor uses FMCW technology to detect the presence of a vehicle.
2-2 Sensor operation
NOTE Differences due to vehicle direction
The direction that a vehicle is moving with regards to the sensor affects the detection capability.
Refer to “Sensor Installation Conditions” (pp. 9-11), and install it correctly.
Parameters must be adjusted depending on the installation angle, so make sure to install it correctly.
It may be difficult to detect a vehicle that suddenly enters the detection area from a blind angle.
Caution
* The following situations may occur due to the sensor detection principles.
• If a pedestrian or an object is in the detection area after a vehicle leaves the area, the sensor will maintain the detection status. The sensor may not change to (or have less of a tendency to change to) non-detection status due to flags, banners, tall weeds, etc.
• If one vehicle tailgates another vehicle very closely when entering the detection area, they may be recognized as a single vehicle.
Name of each parts
3-1 Product model number
The product model number denotes the product configuration as follows.
For details, see P36 “10-1 Specifications”.
3-2 Unit configuraion
Maintenance
When the unit body gets dirty, wipe lightly with a damp soft brush or cloth.
If the dirt does not come off, wipe with a cloth dampened with a neutral detergent.
o not use chemicals such as alcohol
o not wash with a high-pressure washing machin
Not modifiable
Never perform disassembly or modification of the unit which is dangerous.
Fire or electric shock may occur.
Do not paint or put stickers on the sensor. Ingredients in paint or sticker may influence the sensing performance.
3-3 Sensor unit (Common for all models)
Operation indicator
*1: Press and hold the reset button for 5 to 10 seconds for the factory reset.
*2: The operation indicator flashing blue for 30 seconds, it will automatically return to the normal operation mode.
*3: Calibration has not been performed.
*4 : After blinking for 10 seconds, it returns to the status of Normal operation. Calibration is completed.
*3, 4: Refer P17 “7-3 Calibration” to fix this issue.
*5: The operation indicator is always On, even if “Indicator” in App is set to “Off”.
Terminal block
Connect the power cable to the “Power supply” terminals, and relay output cables to the output terminals. Pay careful attention to output differences, and select output 1 or 2
NOTE Sensor reset
All settings including password and calibration value can be returned to the factory default. If you relocate the sensor, please reset the sensor. Press and hold the factory reset button for 5 to 10 seconds to return for the factory reset. When the reset is completed, the operation indicator lights up in blue for 2 seconds. It is also possible to reset it by selecting the menu item “Reset to factory default settings” in the app.
Settings App
The OVS-02 series can be programed using a smartphone. (It can only be programed by a smartphone.)
* The dedicated App is free of charge, but data fees may be incurred during use.
Before using the App
Before using the App, the following contents should be fully understood.
Be sure to read the terms and conditions and the privacy policy regarding the use of the App, which are indicated in the App.
The App will use the location information, Bluetooth, and camera functions of the smartphone.
Please allow use of these features.
Donwload the smartphone App from the 2D code or search it with words “OPTEX Virtual Loop” at AppStore or GooglePlay.
1 Log in to the App
After starting the App for the first time and consenting to the terms and conditions, the screen to set an
App user will appear.
Entry is optional. After you input a user, the “Sensor list” screen will be shown.
You can edit the entered information at any time.
After updating the sensor settings, the user will be displayed as an administrator within that App.
2 Log in to the sensor
When logging into a sensor for the first time, set a login password on the sensor while referring to the cautions below. Manage passwords carefully to avoid breaches and loss.
Passwords can be changed.
If a password is lost, press and hold the reset switch for more than 5 seconds to reset the sensor to its factory settings.
Share the Favorite
• When not connected to the sensor
From the * icon on the “Sensor list” screen, saved Favorites can be shared.
• When sharing the settings of the sensor being set
Settings can be shared from the 2D code icon on the “Parameter list” screen.
Register shared Favorite
You can read the 2D code from the 2D code icon on the “Application and Favorite setting” screen.
To read a 2D code image that has been saved onto a smartphone, select the Folder icon.
Caution
* When setting a password, refer to the following points, and determine a password that will not be easily guessed by others.
• A string from the sensor ID (as is, reversed, repeated, etc.)
• Passwords that can be guessed from the installation site or the company name (e.g. post code, address, telephone number, company name, etc.)
• Consisting entirely of the same number or letter.
• Simple numerical or alphabetical sequences (e.g. 123456)
• A word from a dictionary
Preparation before operation
6-1 Applications
• Select the application that matches how the sensor is to be used. Do not use the product for purposes other than the selectable applications. Some models are not suitable for some applications.
Barrier – Activation: Opening a barrier / actvating a gate system
Barrier – Protection: For vehicle protection
Slide gate – Activation: Opening a slide gate / actvating a gate system
Slide gate – Protection: For vehicle protection
Swing gate – Activation: Opening a swing gate / actvating a gate system
Swing gate – Protection: For vehicle protection
Swing gate – Shadow : Preventing a swing gate from closing
*This appication is called as Shadow loop or Center loop.
6-2 Concept of detection range
• Be sure to set the installation angle and detection range according to the installation conditions.
• The installation angle and corresponding layout for each application are shown below.
6-3 Sensor installation recommendations (for Barrier)
Install the sensors with the layout shown below.
When the installation direction or installation height is inappropriate, the sensor does not operate properly.
– The sensor angles shown below are for vehicles enter parallel to the drive way. The sensor angle should match the angle of the vehicle (not the driveway).
Installation height: The bottom of the sensor is 500 mm (20in.) from the ground
*1: Install the sensor to be flush with the side surface of the driveway of barrier operator or ticket vending / payment machine.
6-4 Sensor installation recommendations (for Slide gate)
Install the sensors with the layout shown below.
When the installation direction or installation height is improper, the sensor will not operate properly.
– The sensor angles shown below are for vehicles entering parallel to the drive way. The sensor angle should match the angle of the vehicle (not the drive way).
Installation height: The bottom of the sensor is 500 mm (20in.) from the ground
*1: Setting a distance greater than recommended may create non-detection area between the activation and protection sensor.
6-5 Sensor installation recommendations (for Swing gate)
Install the sensors with the layout shown below. en the installation direction or installation height is improper, he sensor will not operate properly. ne sensor angles shown below are for vehicles entering parallel to the drive way. The sensor angle should match the angle of the vehicle (not the drive way).
Installation height : The bottom of the sensor is 500 mm (20in.) from the ground
*1 : Setting a distance greater than recommended may create non-detection area between the activation and protection sensor.
Documents / Resources
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OPTEX OVS-02GT Vehicle Detection Sensor [pdf] Installation Guide OVS-02GT Vehicle Detection Sensor, OVS-02GT, Vehicle Detection Sensor, Detection Sensor |