Photoelectric Detectors

3 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS 5 BEAM SPREAD

NR60AQS/NR120AQS/NR200AQS - The beam path should be clear of objects. The beam spread angle is Distance (A) Spread (B) Spread (C)
Installation Manual - Install the transmitter and receiver within the maximum protection range of the model.
- DO NOT install the receivers where they will be facing an intense source of light (e.g. a rising or setting
±0.7 ° . Refer to the right
table and the diagrams
20m
40m
0.5m
1.0m
0.8m
1.3m
sun). A light entering the optical module within ±3° of its straight angle will cause false alarms. below to determine the 60m 1.5m 1.8m
- DO NOT install either detector on movable surfaces or surfaces subject to vibrations or impact. installation conditions. 80m 2.0m 2.2m
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS - DO NOT install the detectors where they may be immersed in water, salt water, or subject to dusts or
corrosive liquids.
100m
120m
2.5m
3.0m
2.7m
3.2m
- DO NOT install the detectors where they are subject to strong electromagnetic noise. 140m 3.5m 3.7m
The NR60AQS/NR120AQS/NR200AQS are quad photoelectric detectors - Range (outdoors): NR60AQS 60m (200ft) 160m 4.0m 4.2m
- DO NOT use either detector with other photoelectric detector’s receiver or transmitter.
designed to activate an alarm output upon the detection of intruder through 4 NR120AQS 120m (390ft) 180m 4.5m 4.7m
- DO NOT stack the detectors. The NR60AQS/NR120AQS/NR200AQS are NONSTACKABLE detectors.
pulsed infrared beams. NR200AQS 200m (660ft) 200m 5.0m 5.2m
- DO NOT disassembly or modify this detector.
For stable operation, the NR60AQS/NR120AQS/NR200AQS are equipped with - Power Supply: 10.5 - 28.0VDC
- DO NOT install this detector with power on.
the following features: - Current Draw (Max): NR60AQS Transmitter:20mA, Receiver:70mA
- AVOID extreme temperature and humidity.

0.
NR120AQS Transmitter:25mA, Receiver:70mA B

7°
- 100 Times Sensitivity Allowance
- AVOID magnets or any magnetized material.
Stable operation is maintained even if 99% of bean energy is lost by rain, fog, NR200AQS Transmitter:30mA, Receiver:70mA
- AVOID the beam interference between other units when multiple units are installed as this beam
frost, etc. - Operating Temperature: -25°C to 60°C (-13°F to 140°F)
spread angle is 1.4 degree. C
- Quad Beam Detection - Storing Temperature: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
All four beams need to be blocked simultaneously to trigger an alarm, - Alarm Output: Form “C” relay rated at 0.2A @30.0VDC
resulting less false alarms caused by birds and other small animals. - Environmental Discrimination Circuit (EDC): Normally closed switch. Rated at
- Beam Power Control
This function allows selection of the appropriate beam intensity relative to the -
0.2A@30.0VDC.
Tamper: Normally closed tamper switch rated at 0.1A@30.0VDC
4 COMPONENTS
detection range to minimize the risk of reflection on the nearby walls and - Beam Interruption Time: 40 - 500msec (adjustable) Transmitter Receiver
Make sure the following components are included in the package: A
cross-taking with other detectors. - Optical Alignment: ±90°Horizontally, ±10°Vertically Transmitter: 1, Receiver: 1, Installation Manual: 1, U-clamp: 4, Mounting Plate: 4,
- Beam Interruption Time Control - Beam Power Control: Equipped Clamping Screw (short): 8, Clamping Screw (long): 8, Chassis Mounting Screw: 8
This feature can be used to change the beam interruption time to best fit the - Weight: 2.4kg (transmitter & receiver total)
application. - Options:

7 WIRING
BP-1: 950mm Metal Pole 2 pcs., BP-2: 1,200mm Metal Pole 2 pcs.,
BP-3: Wall-mount Pole 2 pcs., PC1A: Water Resistant Enclosure,
PC3A: Back-to-back Enclosure, BH12T: Heater
Caution: Only apply power after all connections have been made and inspected.

6 PARTS DESCRIPTION 7.1 TERMINALS 7.3 WIRING ROUTE

TRANSMITTER RECEIVER 1 set on the run
1. Chassis Mounting Hole 5. Scope
POWER (non-polarized) POWER (non-polarized)
Chassis Detector Cover 2. Unit Mounting Screw 6. Lens 10.5 - 28.0VDC 10.5 - 28.0VDC POWER
6 3. Terminal 7. Vertical Adjustment Screw output
5 Tamper Output (1b)
4. Wire Hole 8. Horizontal Adjustment Screw 30VDC 0.1A ALARM Output (1c) ALARM
7 30VDC 0.2A input (NC)
1 9. Console:
8 Transmitter Console Receiver Console EDC Output (1b)
(1) Monitor LED Control Panel
30VDC 0.2A
(4)
3 (1) (5) (2) Function Switches Tamper Output (1b) Receiver Transmitter
9 30VDC 0.1A
POWER ALARM
(6) (Upper Beam / Lower Beam) 2 sets on the run
E+

E+
POWER

POWER

EDC

LEVEL
(3) Beam Power Control
E-

E-

(2) (7)
7.2 WIRING DISTANCE
COM

COM

No. FUNCTION OFF ON No. FUNCTION OFF ON

TAMPER

8 1
UPPER
OFF ON 1 BYPASS OFF ON

(4) Alarm LED POWER

ALARM

BEAM LEVEL LOWER UPPER

NC

NC

(3) (8)
LOWER CHECK BEAM BEAM
1 2

1 2
ON

ON

2 OFF ON

4 output
BEAM

7
NO COM

(5) EDC LED

130 160 150 200

Use the table below to determine the minimum wire gauge for a single
260 320 100 300

ALARM
100 180

6
200 360 75 400
EDC

OUTDOOR 60 200
40 500

1 (6) Level LED sensor system (one transmitter and one receiver). The distances
INDOOR 120 400
NC

INTERRUPTION

input (NC)
BEAM POWER
TIME(msec)

5
CONTROL(m)
COM
TAMPER

(7) Function Switches specified are between the power source and the last unit on the run. For
NC

TESTER LEVEL

Control Panel
3.4V : EXCELLENT
3.0V : GOOD

(9) multiple sensor systems, divide the wire distance specified in the table
0.0V : POOR

(Bypass / Level Check)

ALIGNMENT
CHRCK
TERMINALS

by the number of systems on the run (1 system = 1 transmitter & 1 Receiver Transmitter Receiver Transmitter
(8) Sensitivity Volume
receiver).
(9) Alignment Check Terminals MAXIMUM DISTANCE (m)
* The diagram is NR200AQS. WIRE Note: Tamper and EDC terminals should be connected to a 24-hour supervisory loop.
2 10 10. Cover Mounting Screw
NR60AQS NR120AQS NR200AQS - Do not supply power until all wiring is completed.
GAUGE
DC12V DC24V DC12V DC24V DC12V DC24V - Power is to be provided by a UL Listed burglar alarm power supply or burglar

8 MOUNTING AWG22 120 1000 110 1000 110 980 alarm control panel.
- All wiring is to be in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
AWG19 230 2100 220 2000 210 1900 - This system should be tested at least once a week to ensure proper function.
AWG17 430 3900 410 3700 390 3500 - Don’t wire aerial.
8.1 POLE MOUNTING AWG14 760 6800 720 6500 680 6100 - Use pipes for outdoor wiring.

- Choose an appropriate mounting location for the system. Install the poles FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
with a clear line-of-sight between the transmitter and the receiver. U-clamp

9 SPECIAL FEATURES
Mounting Plate
- Loosen the transmitter’s cover mounting screw and remove the cover.
- Loosen the 2 unit mounting screws and remove the chassis by sliding it
down against the unit. LEVEL LED
- Attach the mounting plates to the chassis with the clamping screws (short)
Clamping 9.1 LEVEL LED ON 9.3 BEAM INTERRUPTION TIME
(see FIGURE 1).
Screw (short) OFF once
- Firmly attach the chassis to the poles with the U-clamps and the screws Clamping One LED displays the amount of beams received during optical The beam interruption time defines the amount of time an intruder
(long) (see FIGURE 2). Make sure the transmitter is mounted in direct Screw (long) module adjustment. OFF twice must be in the beam path before an alarm is output. For instance, if
line-of-sight with the receiver. As more beam energy is received, the illumination time shortens OFF three times the interruption time is set at 100msec, the detector output an alarm
- Route wiring through the chassis wire hole, leaving enough wire to access the Pole Diameter Back-to-back as follows: Flashing only if the beams are blocked for more than 100msec.
transmitter’s terminal strip. 38.0 - 42.7mm Pole Mounting ON three times
ON  OFF once  OFF twice  OFF three times  Flashing
- Route wiring through the transmitter’s wire hole.
 ON three times  ON twice  ON once  OFF. ON twice
- Slide the transmitter onto the chassis. Tighten with the unit mounting 9.4 BEAM POWER CONTROL
When the LED turns off, the alignment is complete. ON once
screws.
- Repeat this mounting process for the receiver. Make sure it is mounted in OFF The beam strength is at optimal
direct line-of-sight with the transmitter. level if used at the maximum
- Wire to the terminal strips. (Refer to the 7. WIRING) range (i.e. 60m for NR60AQS).
9.2 EDC (Environmental Discrimination Circuit) If used for shorter distance,
- Keep more than 10mm space around the chassis as this detector is bigger
than it. excess beam energy reaches
EDC sends EDC signal when it becomes difficult to maintain stable operation due to
- Use the knockout at the bottom of this detector for the surface wiring. the receiver, resulting in
environmental disturbance like fog or rain. There are two selective features in utilizing the
Knockout reflection on the nearby walls Max Detection Range
Bypass switch at the receiver.
and cross-talking with other
Hereunder, the condition where it is difficult to maintain stable operation for more than 3
8.2 WALL MOUNTING seconds due to unfavorable environmental condition is defined as “Poor Environmental
detectors.
Beam Power Control adjusts
- Loosen the transmitter’s cover mounting screw and remove the cover. Condition” :
the amount of beam energy for
Chassis
- Loosen the 2 unit mounting screws and remove the chassis by sliding it down against the unit. - BYPASS switch =====> OFF - BYPASS switch =====> ON optimal detection. Refer “10.0
- Route wiring through the wire hole of the chassis. Leave enough wire to access the transmitter’s 1) In Poor Environmental Condition 1) In Poor Environmental Condition SETUP” to set the beam power
terminal strip. EDC LED will turn on and EDC signal will EDC LED will turn on and EDC signal will at the appropriate level.
Chassis
- Mount the chassis to the mounting surface with the chassis mounting screws. be provided through the normal closed be provided through the normal closed
Mounting
- Route wiring through the wire hole of the transmitter. If surface mounting is used, knock-out the Screws relay output at the receiver. The alarm relay output at the receiver. With the further Short Range
thin-wall wire hole at the bottom of the transmitter. (included) signal will then be generated by the loss of beam energy, the alarm LED turns
- Reattach the transmitter to the chassis. further loss of the beam energy. on but alarm signal is NOT generated Beam energy decreases as it flies a long
- Repeat this mounting procedure for the receiver. Make sure it is mounted in direct line-of-sight distance.
2) When either optical module is blocked for (alarm relay is automatically shunted). For shorter range, more beam energy
with the transmitter. 3 seconds 2) When either optical module is blocked for
Wire Hole reaches the receiver.
- Wire to the terminal strips. (Refer to the 7. WIRING) Unit Mounting EDC LED will turn on and EDC signal will 3 seconds
Knockout
Screws be provided. No alarm output will be EDC LED will turn on and EDC signal will
generated. be provided. If another optical module is blocked, alarm LED turns on but no alarm signal is generated.

10 SETUP 11 ALIGNMENT
3) When both optical modules are blocked 3) When both optical modules are blocked for 3 seconds
for 3 seconds After the specified interruption time, alarm LED turns on and alarm signal is generated. Even if the beams are blocked
After the specified interruption time, for more than 3 seconds, EDC LED will not turn on and EDC signal is not provided.
There are two ways of optical module alignment: using the level LED and a alarm LED turns on and alarm signal is
- Bypass Switch: ON : Bypass feature is activated.
(on the receiver) voltmeter. generated. If beams are blocked for Note: It is extremely important to have the EDC connected to a trouble circuit. It is also important to check the system
OFF : Bypass feature is disabled.
more than 3 seconds, EDC LED will turn any time the EDC relay has been activated.
Receiver
ALARM
11.1 Alignment Using the Level LED on and EDC signal will be provided. EDC feature has not been evaluated by UL.
E+
POWER

EDC

LEVEL Alignment of the Upper Beam

E-

12 TESTS
(1) Turn on only the Function switch 1 (Upper Beam) of the
COM

No. FUNCTION OFF ON

Bypass Switch
1 2

ON

1 BYPASS OFF ON

transmitter.
ALARM

LEVEL LOWER UPPER

(switch no.1)
NC

2
CHECK BEAM BEAM
1 2

ON

The monitor LED flashes (5 times/sec).

NO COM

150 200

(2) Turn on the Function switch 2 (Level Check) of the receiver.

100 300

12.1 Walk Test 12.2 EDC Test 12.3 Tamper Test

75 400
EDC

40 500
(3) While looking into the scope at the
NC

Sensitivity
INTERRUPTION

Scope View
TIME(msec)

center of the lens from a location 10 to

COM

Volume - Walk across the beam paths - Block only the upper optical module of receiver for 3 - Place the cover on the
TAMPER

15 cm away, adjust the horizontal (1) (2) (3)

in three locations (1) (2) (3) seconds. Make sure the EDC LED on the receiver turns on. d e t e c t o r. M a k e s u re t h e
NC

TESTER LEVEL
3.4V : EXCELLENT
3.0V : GOOD
0.0V : POOR direction by rotating the turntable and
between the detectors. - When the EDC LED is ON, block the lower optical tamper input of control panel
ALIGNMENT
Transmitter Receiver
the horizontal adjustment screw. Also,
CHRCK
TERMINALS

- Each time you cross the module, too, and confirm the alarm LED on the receiver is in armed condition.
adjust the vertical direction by rotating
beam path, the alarm LED turns on. - Remove the cover from the
- Interruption Time: Turn the sensitivity volume on the receiver clockwise to the vertical adjustment screw. As Turntable
should turn on. Make sure - Block only the lower optical module of receiver for 3 d e t e c t o r. M a k e s u re t h e
reduce sensitivity and counterclockwise to increase sensitivity. shown in Scope View, adjust to locate
Vertical Horizontal the control panel receives seconds. Make sure the EDC LED on the receiver turns tamper input of control panel
the sensor of the receiver in the center Adjustment Adjustment an alarm signal. on. Make sure the control panel receives EDC signal from receives alarm signal.
40msec 75 - 100msec 150 - 200msec 300msec 400 - 500msec of the viewing circle. Screw Screw
- If the alarm LED does not turn on, the beam interruption time is set the receiver.
(4) Check the level LED of the receiver.
Receiver Console too slow or the other beams are reflected into the receiver. - Refer to “9.0 SPECIAL FEATURES” to make sure the
When the level LED is off, the alignment is complete.
bypass feature is activated.
If the level LED is not off, perform fine alignment of the
transmitter and receiver using the horizontal and ALARM
E+

vertical adjustment screws. Repeat it until the level

POWER

EDC
LED goes off.
LEVEL OFF 13 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 14 DIMENSIONS
E-

Running Jogging Walking Slow Walking Slow Moving

COM

Alignment of the Lower Beam No. FUNCTION OFF ON

In case of troubles, confirm the followings:
(5m/sec) (2-3m/sec) (1-1.5m/sec) (0.5-1m/sec) (0.5m/sec or less) 1
(5) Turn on only the Function switch 2 (Lower Beam) LEVEL
BYPASS OFF ON
of LOWER UPPER
ALARM

- The voltage for transmitter and receiver is between 10.5 - 28V.

NC

2
the transmitter. CHECK BEAM BEAM
1 2

ON

- The monitor LED on the transmitter is ON.

Note: For UL applications the interruption time shall not exceed 75msec. (6) Turn off the Function switch 2 (Level Check) of the Center of
- The alarm LED on receiver turns on when beams are blocked.
NO COM NC COM NC

150 200 ALARM the Upper Beam

receiver. 100 300
- The volume of Beam Power Control is appropriate for the set range. 103 96
E+
POWER

- Beam Power Control: Turn the volume on the transmitter clockwise to (7) Perform lower beam alignment according to steps (3)
75
EDC
400
- The Level LED on the receiver is OFF.
EDC

increase beam power and counterclockwise to decrease beam power. Refer and (4) above.
39 39.7

500LEVEL
E- COM NC

40
77.1

INTERRUPTION
to the following chart to set the volume based on the detection range (initial When the level LED goes off, the alignment is complete. TIME(msec)
No. FUNCTION OFF ON PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
setting at maximum length). Something is blocking the beams. Remove the object(s).
TAMPER

1 BYPASS OFF ON
Constant alarm
ALARM

* After finishing alignment, be sure to turn on the Function switches 1 and 2 of 2

LEVEL LOWER UPPER
Optical modules or covers need cleaning. Clean the optical modules and 56
CHECK BEAM BEAM
output
1 2
ON

Model Volume Setting of Beam Power Control the transmitter to verify that the monitor LED lights up once every 3 sec. TESTER LEVEL
3.4V : EXCELLENT the covers.
337.7
NO COM NC COM NC

3.0V : GOOD
Unit misaligned. Realign.
244

150 200
Volume 20 30 40 50 55 60 0.0V : POOR
220
398

100 ALIGNMENT
300
NR60AQS CHRCK Something is blocking the beams. Remove the object(s).
Range <20m 20-30m 30-40m 40-50m 50-55m 55-60m 11.2 Alignment Using a Voltmeter 75 400
TERMINALS
EDC

Beam interruption time is set too quick. Decrease the sensitivity.

40 500
INTERRUPTION Nearby electrical equipment is generating Change the installation site.
Volume 40 60 80 100 110 120 (1) Insert the voltmeter leads into the alignment TIME(msec)
EMI or RFI.
NR120AQS check terminals of the receiver. Receiver Console
TAMPER

Range <40m 40-60m 60-80m 80-100m 100-110m 110-120m Wiring too close to power sources or Change the wiring route.
False alarms
Set the voltmeter to the DC voltage mode. power line.
Volume 60 100 130 160 180 200 (2) Adjust the upper and lower optical modules
TESTER LEVEL
3.4V : EXCELLENT Unstable installation site. Fix the installation site.
NR200AQS according to "11.1 Alignment Using the Level
3.0V : GOOD
0.0V : POOR Frost or dew. Attach the optional heater BH12T.
Range <60m 60-100m 100-130m 130-160m 160-180m 180-200m ALIGNMENT
Knockout Center of
LED" so that the output value of the voltmeter
CHRCK
Inappropriate Beam Power Control level. Readjust the control level. 19.3 Wire Entrance (25 × 50)
TERMINALS
the Lower Beam
reads 3.0V or higher. Over the maximum protection range of the Reinstall within the maximum
- Upper Beam Switch: ON : The upper beam turns on.
model. range.
(on the transmitter) OFF : The upper beam turns off. * After finishing alignment, be sure to turn on the
Beams are reflected into the receiver. Remove the reflective object or
Function switches 1 and 2 of the transmitter to
- Lower Beam Switch:
(on the transmitter)
ON : The lower beam turns on.
OFF : The lower beam turns off.
verify that the monitor LED lights up once every 3
sec.
ALIGNMENT
CHECK
TERMINALS
No alarm when
beams are broken
Beam interruption time is set too slow.
change the installation site.
Increase the sensitivity. 15 OTHER INFORMATION
Other beams are received by the receiver. Adjust beams power of the transmitter.
Change the installation site. - At least once a year, clean the optical modules and covers with a soft cloth,
Transmitter Caution: After finishing alignment, be sure to turn on the Function switches 1 Beam interruption time is set too slow. Increase the sensitivity. and perform walk testing to verify operation.
and 2 of the transmitter to verify that the monitor LED lights up once
POWER
Something is blocking the beams. Remove the object(s). - The specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
E+
POWER

Upper Beam Switch every 3 sec. Otherwise, normal detection cannot be performed, so Installed on unstable ground. Fix the installation site. - Being only a part of a complete system, we cannot accept responsibility for
E-

(switch no.1) be careful. EDC activation Frost on the cover. Attach the optional heater BH12T. any damages or other consequences resulting from an intrusion.
COM

No. FUNCTION OFF ON

TAMPER

Lower Beam Switch

UPPER
Inappropriate Beam Power Control level. Readjust the control level.
1 OFF ON
BEAM
NC

LOWER
(switch no.2)
1 2

2 OFF ON
ON

BEAM
Over the maximum protection range of the Reinstall within the maximum
model. range.
130 160
260 320
100 180
200 360
OUTDOOR 60 200
INDOOR 120 400
BEAM POWER
CONTROL(m)
Beam Power Control

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