# Photoelectric Sensor, 2m, 940nm IR Laser, Digital - PNP IO-Link, 150mm Cable 4 Pin M8 Connector
**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/Q20-2KLAF2-Q/photoelectric-sensor-2m-940nm-ir-laser-digital-pnp
**SKU**: Q20-2KLAF2-Q
**Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING
**Price**: €225.9800
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (25-Jun-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP67 |
| Output Type | Digital - PNP with IO-Link |
| Product Range | Q20-2 Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Background Suppression, Proximity |
| Connection Method | 150mm Cable with 4 Pin M8 Connector |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 2m |
| Operating Temperature Max | 50°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -20°C |
## Datasheet
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Q20-2KLAF Laser Measurement Sensor Product Manual
Original Instructions p/n: 247960 Rev. E 24-Feb-26
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## Contents
**Chapter 1 Product Description .............................................................................................. 3** Models ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Overview........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Class 1 Laser Description and Safety Information.................................................................................................................................. 5 FCC Part 15 Class B for Unintentional Radiators................................................................................................................................... 6 Industry Canada ICES-003(B)................................................................................................................................................................ 6 Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Performance Curves............................................................................................................................................................................... 7 **Chapter 2 Installation............................................................................................................ 10** Mount the Device......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Wiring........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 **Chapter 3 Configuration Instructions...................................................................................11** Select the TEACH Mode...............................................................................................................................................................................11 TEACH Button Overview............................................................................................................................................................................. 12 Remote Input Wire Menu............................................................................................................................................................................. 12 TEACH Procedures ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13 TEACH the Sensor Using Two-Point Static Background Suppression................................................................................................. 13 TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Object SET ................................................................................................................................ 14 TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Window SET (Foreground Suppression)................................................................................... 15 TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Dual Mode (Intensity + Distance) .............................................................................................. 16 Change the Response Speed............................................................................................................................................................... 17 Select Light Operate or Dark Operate......................................................................................................................................................... 18 Lock and Unlock the Button......................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Turn the Alignment LED On or Off............................................................................................................................................................... 19 Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM)............................................................................................................................................................ 19 Enable the PFM Output ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Disable the PFM Output ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Restoring Factory Defaults.......................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Factory Default Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20 **Chapter 4 IO-Link Interface .................................................................................................. 21** IO-Link Data Map ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 21 Communication Parameters ................................................................................................................................................................. 21 IO-Link Process Data In (Device to Master)................................................................................................................................................ 22 Index 64, Subindex 5 = 0...................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Index 64, Subindex 5 = 1...................................................................................................................................................................... 23 Index 64, Subindex 5 = 2...................................................................................................................................................................... 23 IO-Link Process Data Out (Master to Device) ............................................................................................................................................. 24 Parameters Set Using IO-Link..................................................................................................................................................................... 24 IO-Link Events ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 28 **Chapter 5 Accessories.......................................................................................................... 29** Cordsets ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Mounting Brackets....................................................................................................................................................................................... 30 **Chapter 6 Product Support and Maintenance .................................................................... 31** Clean with Mild Detergent and Warm Water ............................................................................................................................................... 31 Supporting Documentation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Repairs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31 Contact Us................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty................................................................................................................................................ 31
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## Chapter Contents
Models.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
## Chapter 1 Product Description
- Infrared laser sensor’s best-in-class range uses time-of-flight technology to consistently and reliably detect challenging targets up to 3 meters away
- Multiple sensing modes solve many different application problems, reducing stock by using just one sensor
- Visible red alignment LED expedites and simplifies setup, and can be switched on or off
- Industry standard 25.4 millimeter mounting hole spacing on the compact housing makes mounting easy, both on new builds and by using existing mounting holes when retrofitting equipment
- IO-Link® streamlines control system integration and provides easy access to measurement values, delay timers, and advanced diagnostics
- PulsePro output allows direct integration with Banner Pro lighting for real-time visual feedback without a PLC
## 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.
## Models
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Models Sensing Range Channel 1 Channel 2 Connections
150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with a 4-pin M8 male
Q20-2KLAF2-Q
20 mm to 2000 mm quick-disconnect connector
(0.8 in to 78.74 in)
Q20-2KLAF2-Q5 User selectable, 150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with a 4-pin M12 male
quick-disconnect connector
remote input, PNP
IO-Link, PNP output
output, or PFM Pulse
150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with a 4-pin M8 male
Q20-2KLAF3-Q Pro output
20 mm to 3000 mm quick-disconnect connector
(0.8 in to 118.1 in)
150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with a 4-pin M12 male
Q20-2KLAF3-Q5
quick-disconnect connector
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Product Description
## Overview
The Q20-2KLAF Laser Sensor ignores objects beyond the set cutoff distance.
Background suppression mode can be used in most situations with varying object color and position or with varying background conditions.
1. Green: Power Indicator
2. Amber: Output Indicator
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Features
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3. TEACH Button
## Specifications
Supply Voltage
10 V DC to 30 V DC (10% maximum ripple within specified limits) at less than 35 mA, exclusive of load
Sensing Beam
Infrared Class 1 laser (see "Class 1 Laser Description and Safety Information" on page 5)
Rep Rate: 32.8 ms
Sensing Range
The sensing range depends on the type of target and response speed. On a 90% white card it is typically:
3 m models: 20 mm to 3000 mm
2 m models: 20 mm to 2000 mm
Delay at Power-Up
2 s
Supply Protection Circuitry
Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages
Output Configuration
Channel 1: PNP discrete output and IO-Link Channel 2: PNP discrete output, PFM output or Remote input
Output Rating 50 mA total output current
Off-State Leakage Current < 10 μA at 30 V DC
On-State Saturation Voltage < 2.5 V at 50 mA
IO-Link Interface
IO-Link Revision V1.1 Smart Sensor Profile: Yes Baud Rate: 38400 bps Process Data In Length: 32 bits Process Data Out Length: 8 bits Minimum Cycle Time: 2.6 ms IODD files: Provides all programming options of the display, plus additional functionality
## Indicators
Two LED indicators on the sensor top: • Green on: Power is on • Amber on: Output is on Response Speed Fast: 33 ms Medium: 100 ms (default) Slow: 500 ms in Xtalk or Precision Mode Minimum Object Separation 50 mm Accuracy[(1)] 35 mm Environmental Rating IP67
Operating Conditions –20 °C to +50 °C (–4 °F to +122 °F) 95% at +50 °C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing)
Application Notes
For mirror-like objects, minimize the sensor-to-object mounting distance and tilt the sensor so reflected light is directed away from the sensor when the object is present
Certifications **Industrial Control Equipment** LISTED **3TJJ**
Connections 150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with a 4-pin M8 male quick-disconnect connector, or 150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with a 4-pin M12 male quick-disconnect connector, depending on the model.
Construction
Housing: ABS Lens cover: Acrylic Cable: PVC Adjustment switch: PBT
Adjustments One TEACH push button, remote input wire
(1) Typical accuracy based on the mean of 256 samples per distance point.
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Product Description
## Required Overcurrent Protection
For additional product support, go to www.bannerengineering.com.
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WARNING: Electrical connections must
Supply Supply
be made by qualified personnel in Required Overcurrent Required Overcurrent
accordance with local and national Wiring Protection (A) Wiring Protection (A)
IN electrical codes and regulations. (AWG) (AWG)
20 5.0 26 1.0
Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end 22 3.0 28 0.8
product application per the supplied table.
Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing 24 2.0 30 0.5
or via Current Limiting, Class 2 Power Supply.
Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced.
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## Class 1 Laser Description and Safety Information
Laser light. Do not stare into the beam.
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.
**CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT** L__)
## CAUTION:
- Never stare directly into the sensor lens.
- • Laser light can damage your eyes. • Avoid placing any mirror-like object in the beam. Never use a mirror as a retroreflective target.
## CAUTION:
- Return defective units to the manufacturer.
- Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
- Do not attempt to disassemble this sensor for repair. A defective unit must be returned to the manufacturer.
## CAUTION:
- Ne regardez jamais directement la lentille du capteur.
- La lumière laser peut endommager la vision.
- Évitez de placer un objet réfléchissant (de type miroir) dans la trajectoire du faisceau. N'utilisez jamais de miroir comme cible rétro-réfléchissante.
## CAUTION:
- Tout dispositif défectueux doit être renvoyé au fabricant.
- L'utilisation de commandes, de réglages ou de procédures autres que celles décrites dans le présent document peut entraîner une exposition dangereuse aux radiations.
- N'essayez pas de démonter ce capteur pour le réparer. Tout dispositif défectueux doit être renvoyé au fabricant.
Class 1 lasers are lasers that are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, including the use of optical instruments for intrabeam viewing.
Complies with IEC 60825-1:2014 and EN 60825-1:2014+A11:2021.
For safe laser use:
- Do not stare at the laser.
- Do not point the laser at a person’s eye.
- Mount open laser beam paths either above or below eye level, where practical.
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Product Description
- Terminate the beam emitted by the laser product at the end of its useful path.
## Class 1 Laser Characteristics
Output power: 0.9 mW Laser wavelength: 940 nm Pulse duration: 3 ms
## FCC Part 15 Class B for Unintentional Radiators
(Part 15.105(b)) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
(Part 15.21) Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
## Industry Canada ICES-003(B)
This device complies with CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B). 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.
Cet appareil est conforme à la norme NMB-3(B). Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) ce dispositif ne peut pas occasionner d'interférences, et (2) il doit tolérer toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité du dispositif.
## Dimensions
All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change.
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Alignment LED
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Maximum mounting screw torque: 0.56 Nm (5 in-lbs)
Two M3 screws (12 mm) and washers are included.
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## Performance Curves
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Spot Size
Object Background 80
Visible red LED*
60
40
Y 20
X 0
Cutoff -20
Distance Infrared
-40
X: Distance to Object (mm) -60
Y: Minimum Separation Between Object and Background -80
(mm) 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000
Distance (mm)
*Visible red LED beam is offset 5 mm from Infrared beam
Repeatability: 3000 mm models
Typical performance curves for the 3000 mm models.
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Distance to Target (mm)
Spot Size (mm)
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## Repeatability: 3000 mm models
Typical performance curves for the 3000 mm models.
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Repeatability: 2000 mm models
Typical performance curves for the 2000 mm models.
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## Chapter Contents
|Mount the Device ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 10|
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|Wiring ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10|
|Installation
Chapter 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.
4. Tighten the mounting screws to secure the device (or the device and the bracket) in the aligned position.
## Wiring
CAUTION: Cabled wiring diagrams are shown. Quick disconnect wiring diagrams are functionally identical. Observe proper ESD precautions (grounding) when connecting quick disconnect models.
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4-pin M12 male quick disconnect connector
CH1 as PNP/IO-Link and CH2 as the CH1 as PNP/IO-Link and CH2 as PNP 2 1
Discrete or PFM Output OX
Remote Input
bn (1) + bn (1) + 3 ( -) 4
10–30 V DC
bk (4) CH1 Load 10-30 V DC bk (4) CH1 Load
bu (3) – bu (3) – 4-pin M8 male quick disconnect connector
wh (2) CH2 wh (2) CH2 Load 2 4
ac Remote Input Wo
1 3
IO-Link IO-Link
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## Chapter Contents
|Select the TEACH Mode .....................................................................................................................................................................................11|
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|TEACH Button Overview.................................................................................................................................................................................... 12|
|Remote Input Wire Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................... 12|
|TEACH Procedures............................................................................................................................................................................................ 13|
|Select Light Operate or Dark Operate................................................................................................................................................................ 18|
|Lock and Unlock the Button ............................................................................................................................................................................... 18|
|Turn the Alignment LED On or Off...................................................................................................................................................................... 19|
|Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM)................................................................................................................................................................... 19|
|Restoring Factory Defaults................................................................................................................................................................................. 20|
|Configuration Instructions
Chapter 3|
Configure the sensor using the TEACH button or remote input (limited programming options) or using IO-Link.
Additional configuration options are available over IO-Link. These include:
- Custom set points and hysteresis
- Delay timers
- Alternate secondary functions for the white wire including:
- Independently configured output
- Complementary output
- Remote input (default)
- Laser on or laser off inputs
## Select the TEACH Mode
Configure the sensor using the TEACH button on the sensor or the remote input (limited programming options).
To select the TEACH mode, follow these steps:
1. Put the sensor into TEACH mode.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is necessary.
Enter the TEACH mode selection.
Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button three times.
The amber and green LEDs flash three
times.
Remote Input Pulse the remote input wire three times.
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2. Enter the TEACH mode selection.
3. Select the TEACH method.
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TEACH Method How to Select
One-Point Object SET Press the TEACH button once or pulse the remote input once.
Two-Point Static Background Suppression (Default) Press the TEACH button twice or pulse the remote input twice.
One-Point Window SET (Foreground Suppression) Press the TEACH button three times or pulse the remote input three times.
One-Point Dual Mode (Intensity + Distance) Press the TEACH button four times or pulse the remote input four times.
PFM Output See "Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM)" on page 19.
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After the TEACH method has been selected, the LEDs flash the same number of times as the button press/remote pulse.
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4. Continue to the appropriate procedure to finish configuring the sensor.
- "TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Object SET" on page 14
- "TEACH the Sensor Using Two-Point Static Background Suppression" on page 13
- "TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Window SET (Foreground Suppression)" on page 15
- "TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Dual Mode (Intensity + Distance)" on page 16
## TEACH Button Overview
Press the TEACH button to configure the sensor.
See TEACH Procedures for detailed instructions.
## TEACH Button Chart
## **Push Button Input**
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2-second hold
Initiate TEACH 1 Press Teaches the first point
1 Press Teaches the second point (Two-point mode only)
Select LO/DO 2 Presses Enters LO/DO selection mode
1 Press Light Operate
2 Presses Dark Operate
Select TEACH Mode 3 Presses Enters TEACH mode selection
1 Press Select One-Point Object SET
2 Presses Select Two-Point Static Background Supression (default setting)
3 Presses Select One-Point Window SET (Foreground Supression)
4 Presses Select One-Point Dual Mode (Intensity + Distance)
5 Presses Disable PFM Output
6 Presses Enable PFM Output
Lock/Unlock the Button 4 presses Locks or unlocks the TEACH button
Select Response Speed 5 Presses Enters response speed selection
1 Press 33 ms
2 Presses 100 ms (default setting)
3 Presses 500 ms (Xtalk)
4 Presses 500 ms (Precision)
Set Alignment LED 7 Presses Enables or disables the alignment LED
1 Press Turns the alignment LED off
2 Presses Turns the alignment LED on
Factory Reset 8 presses Restores the factory default settings
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## Remote Input Wire Menu
Use the remote input wire to program the sensor remotely.
The remote input provides limited programming options. The remote input is Active High.
Connect the white wire to 24 V DC with a remote switch connected between the wire and 24 V DC.
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Pulse the remote input according to the diagram and the instructions provided in this manual. The length of the individual programming pulses is equal to the value T: 0.04 seconds ≤ T ≤ 0.8 seconds .
## Remote Input menu
## **Remote Input**
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Input Wire Function = Set Remote TEACH input per wiring diagram Pulse Timing (T)
0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds
Initiate TEACH 3x Timing between Pulse groups > 1 second
1x One-Point Object SET
2x Two-Point Static Background Suppression (default)
3x One-Point Window SET (Foreground Suppression)
4x One-Point Dual Mode (Intensity + Distance)
Select LO/DO 2x
1x Light Operate
2x Dark Operate
Select TEACH Mode 1x Completes TEACH for One-Point Object, Window, or Dual Mode
1x Two-Point mode only: Present SECOND target, then second pulse completes TEACH
Lock/Unlock the Button 4x
1x Button Lock
2x Button Unlock (default)
Select Response Speed 5x
1x 33 ms
2x 100 ms (default)
3x 500 ms (Xtalk)
4x 500 ms (Precision)
Set Alignment LED 7x
1x Red LED OFF
2x Red LED ON (default)
Factory Reset 8x
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## TEACH Procedures
Use the following procedures to configure the sensor.
## TEACH the Sensor Using Two-Point Static Background Suppression
Two-Point TEACH sets a single switch point between two taught target distances. Use either the TEACH button or the remote line to teach the sensor.
The duration of each remote input pulse is defined as T, where T is 0.04 s < T < 0.8 s.
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TEACH Process for Two-Point Static Background Suppression
Present the Target and Background Teach the Sensor Switch Point Set Beyond Target
3
2
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1. Select the TEACH mode (see "Select the TEACH Mode" on page 11).
2. Present the first target.
3. Start the TEACH process.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is necessary.
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4. Teach the first target location.
Method Action Result TEACH Button Press the TEACH button once. The LEDs turn off, then flash twice. Remote Input Single pulse the remote input wire.
5. Present the second target.
6. Teach the second target location.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button once.
The LEDs turn off, then flash as shown
below.
Remote Input Single pulse the remote input wire.
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After the sensor is taught the target locations, both LEDs flash with the results code, and then the sensor returns to Run mode.
Results of the two-point static background suppression TEACH
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Condition TEACH Result Number of LED Flashes
Two points with different distance values within the sensor's Sets a switch point between the two taught distance values. Three
range have been taught. [(2)]
Two points with the same distance value within the sensor's Sets a switch point in front of taught distance equal to the Six
range have been taught. uniform reflectivity minimum object separation.
Two points with different distance values have been taught;
Sets a switch point between the taught distance and the
one point is within sensor range and the other is outside Eight
maximum range.
sensor range.
Two points with distance values outside the sensor's range Sets a switch point 20 mm behind the max range. Ten
have been taught.
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## TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Object SET
One-Point Object SET sets a single switch point just behind the taught target distance. Objects beyond the taught switch point are ignored.
The duration of each remote input pulse is defined as T, where T is 0.04 s < T < 0.8 s.
> (2) To reliably teach the sensor two different distances, Banner recommends that the targets are at least twice the minimum separation distance apart. See Specifications.
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TEACH Process for One-Point Object SET
Present the Target Teach the Sensor Switch Point Set Beyond Target
3
2
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1. Select the TEACH mode (see "Select the TEACH Mode" on page 11).
2. Present the first target.
3. Start the TEACH process.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is necessary.
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4. Teach the target location.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button once.
The LEDs turn off, then flash three times.
Remote Input Single pulse the remote input wire.
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After the sensor is taught the target locations, both LEDs flash with the results code, and then the sensor returns to Run mode. If a point outside the sensor's range is taught, the LEDs flashes 10 times and the sensor sets the switch point 20 mm behind the maximum range.
## TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Window SET (Foreground Suppression)
One-Point Window SET defines a window (two switch points) centered around the taught target distance.
The duration of each remote input pulse is defined as T, where T is 0.04 s < T < 0.8 s.
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Present the Target Teach the Sensor
2 3
1
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1. Select the TEACH mode (see "Select the TEACH Mode" on page 11).
2. Present the target.
3. Start the TEACH process.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is required.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button once.
The LEDs turn off, then flash three times.
Remote Input Single pulse the remote input.
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After the sensor is taught the target location, both LEDs flash with the results code, and then the sensor returns to Run mode. If a point outside the sensor's range is taught, the LEDs flashes 10 times and the sensor sets a window 20 mm behind the maximum range.
## TEACH the Sensor Using One-Point Dual Mode (Intensity + Distance)
Dual (Intensity + Distance) TEACH records the distance and amount of light received from the reference surface. The output switches when an object passing between the sensor and the reference surface changes the perceived distance or amount of returned light.
The duration of each remote input pulse is defined as T, where T is 0.04 s < T < 0.8 s.
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Present the Target Teach the Sensor
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2. Present the target.
3. Start the TEACH process.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is required.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button once.
The LEDs turn off, then flash three times.
Remote Input Single pulse the remote input line.
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After the sensor is taught the target locations, both LEDs flash with the results code, and then the sensor returns to Run mode.
## Change the Response Speed
Follow these steps to change the response speed.
1. Put the sensor into TEACH mode.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is necessary.
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## 2. Select Response Speed.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button five times.
The amber and green LEDs flash five times.
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3. Choose the response speed.
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Response Speed How to Select
33 ms Press the TEACH button once or pulse the remote input once.
100 ms (default setting) Press the TEACH button twice or pulse the remote input twice.
500 ms (Xtalk mode) Press the TEACH button three times or pulse the remote input three times.
500 ms (Precision mode) Press the TEACH button four times or pulse the remote input four times.
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In Xtalk mode, the Q20-2 is more resistant to crosstalk. In Precision mode, the Q20-2 has the best repeatability.
## Select Light Operate or Dark Operate
Follow these steps to select between light operate (LO) or dark operate (DO). The default output configuration is light-operate mode.
In light operate (LO) mode, the output is ON when the target returns the same or more light to the sensor and OFF when the sensor detects less light than the configured/taught target.
In dark operate (DO) mode, the output is ON when the target returns less light to the sensor than the configured target and OFF when the sensor detects more light than the configured/taught target.
1. Put the sensor into TEACH mode.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for 2 seconds.
The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is necessary
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press the TEACH button two times.
The amber and green LEDs flash twice.
Remote Input Pulse the remote input wire two times.
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3. Choose LO or DO.
Method Action Result TEACH Button Press the TEACH button once for LO or twice for DO. The amber and green LEDs flash once for LO and twice for DO. Remote Input Pulse the remote input wire once for LO or twice for DO.
## Lock and Unlock the Button
Follow these steps to lock or unlock the TEACH button.
1. Initiate the button locking or unlocking procedure.
Method Action Result TEACH Button No action required. N/A Remote Input Pulse the wire four times. The LEDs flash four times.
2. Lock or unlock the button.
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Method Action Result
To lock the button: Single-pulse the remote input wire.
Remote Input
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## Turn the Alignment LED On or Off
Follow these steps to turn the red alignment LED on or off.
Turn the LED on to aid in aligning the sensor. Turn it off when it is no longer needed.
1. Put the sensor into TEACH mode.
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Method Action Result
TEACH Button Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds. The amber and green LEDs flash.
Remote Input No action is necessary.
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2. Initiate the LED on/off procedure.
Method Action Result TEACH Button Press the TEACH button seven times. The amber and green LEDs flash seven times. Remote Input Pulse the wire seven times.
3. Turn the LED on or off.
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Method Action Result
To turn off the alignment LED: Press the TEACH button one
time.
TEACH Button
To turn on the alignment LED: Press the TEACH button two
times.
The red alignment LED turns on or off.
To turn off the alignment LED: Single-pulse the remote input
wire.
Remote Input
To turn on the alignment LED: Double-pulse the remote input
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## Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM)
The Q20-2KLAF Laser Sensor can be configured to generate pulses on the white wire (pin 2).
The pulse frequency is proportional to the sensor's measured distance to represent an analog signal with only a discrete counter. The sensing range of the sensor is scaled from 100 Hz to 600 Hz, where 100 Hz represents the sensor's near-range limit (20 mm) and 600 Hz represents the sensor's far-range limit (3000 mm).
An output of 50 Hz represents a loss of signal condition where there is no target or the target is out of the sensor's range. There is a two-second delay before the sensor sets the output to 50 Hz to indicate loss of signal. During the two seconds, the output holds the last PFM value.
The white wire (pin 2) can be configured as a PFM output using either the TEACH button or by sending a parameter via IOLink. While PFM is enabled, the remote input is disabled.
## Enable the PFM Output
Follow these steps to enable the PFM output. This changes the white wire (pin 2) from a remote TEACH input to a PFM output.
1. Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds. The amber and green LEDs flash.
2. Press the TEACH button three times.
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The amber and green LEDs flash three times.
3. Press the TEACH button six times.
The amber and green LEDs flash six times and the PFM output is enabled.
## Disable the PFM Output
Follow these steps to disable the PFM output. This changes the white wire (pin 2) from a PFM output to a remote TEACH input.
1. Press and hold the TEACH button for two seconds.
- The amber and green LEDs flash.
2. Press the TEACH button three times.
The amber and green LEDs flash three times.
3. Press the TEACH button five times.
The LEDs flash five times and the PFM output is disabled.
## Restoring Factory Defaults
To restore factory default settings:
- 8-pulse the remote wire, or
- Press the TEACH button eight times.
After the factory default settings are restored, both LEDs flash eight times.
## Factory Default Settings
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Setting Factory Default
TEACH Method Two-Point Static Background Suppression
Response Speed 100 ms
Button Lock Unlocked
Alignment LED On
White Wire Remote Input
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## Chapter Contents
|IO-Link Data Map ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 21|
|---|
|IO-Link Process Data In (Device to Master)....................................................................................................................................................... 22|
|IO-Link Process Data Out (Master to Device).................................................................................................................................................... 24|
|Parameters Set Using IO-Link............................................................................................................................................................................ 24|
|IO-Link Events.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28|
|IO-Link Interface
Chapter 4|
IO-Link®[(3)] is a point-to-point communication link between a master device and sensor. Use IO-Link to parameterize sensors and transmit process data automatically.
For the latest IO-Link protocol and specifications, see www.io-link.com.
Each IO-Link device has an IODD (IO Device Description) file that contains information about the manufacturer, article number, functionality etc. This information can be easily read and processed by the user. Each device can be unambiguously identified via the IODD as well as via an internal device ID. Download the Q20-2's IO-Link IODD package (p/n 240593) from Banner Engineering's website at www.bannerengineering.com.
Banner has also developed Add On Instruction (AOI) files to simplify ease-of-use between the Q20-2, multiple third-party vendors' IO-Link masters, and the Logix Designer software package for Rockwell Automation PLCs. Three types of AOI files for Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs are listed below. These files and more information can be found at www.bannerengineering.com.
Process Data AOIs —These files can be used alone, without the need for any other IO-Link AOIs. The job of a Process Data AOI is to intelligently parse out the Process Data word(s) in separate pieces of information. All that is required to make use of this AOI is an EtherNet/IP connection to the IO-Link Master and knowledge of where the Process Data registers are located for each port.
Parameter Data AOIs —These files require the use of an associated IO-Link Master AOI. The job of a Parameter Data AOI, when working in conjunction with the IO-Link Master AOI, is to provide quasi-realtime read/write access to all IO-Link parameter data in the sensor. Each Parameter Data AOI is specific to a given sensor or device.
IO-Link Master AOIs —These files require the use of one or more associated Parameter Data AOIs. The job of an IO-Link Master AOI is to translate the desired IO-Link read/write requests, made by the Parameter Data AOI, into the format a specific IO-Link Master requires. Each IO-Link Master AOI is customized for a given brand of IO-Link Master.
Add and configure the relevant Banner IO-Link Master AOI in your ladder logic program first; then add and configure Banner IO-Link Device AOIs as desired, linking them to the Master AOI as shown in the relevant AOI documentation.
## IO-Link Data Map
This document refers to the following IODD file: Banner_Engineering-Q20-2-TOF-20231230-IODD1.1.xml. The IODD file and support files can be found on www.bannerengineering.com under the download section of the product family page.
## Communication Parameters
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Parameter Value
IO-Link revision V1.1.2
Process Data In length 32 bits
Process Data Out length 8 bits
Bit Rate 38400 bps
Minimum cycle time 2.6 ms
Device ID 0x070007
Port class A
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(3) IO-Link® is a registered trademark of PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation e.V.
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Parameter Value
SIO mode Yes
Smart Sensor Profile Yes
Block parameterization Yes
Data Storage Yes
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## IO-Link Process Data In (Device to Master)
Index 64, Subindex 5 = 0
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Subindex Name Number of Bits Data Values
1 Channel 1 Output State 1 0 = Inactive, 1 = Active
2 Channel 2 Output State 1 1 = Inactive, 1 = Active
3 Stability State 1 0 = No target/marginal, 1 = Stable
4 Measurement 1 Value 13 Value depends on "Configuration.Measurement 1 Selection"
5 Measurement 2 Value 16 Value depends on "Configuration.Measurement 2 Selection"
Octet 0
Subindex 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Bit offset 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24
Value 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
Octet 1
Subindex 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Bit offset 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16
Value 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0
Octet 2
Subindex 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Bit offset 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8
Value 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Octet 3
Subindex 4 4 4 4 4 3 2 1
Bit offset 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Value 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1
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## Example Based on the Value Above
Channel 1 Output State = Active Channel 2 Output State = Inactive Stability State = Stable Measurement 1 Value = 8191 Measurement 2 Value = 694
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Subindex Name Number of Bits Data Values
1 Measurement 1 Value 16 Value depends on "Configuration.Measurement 1 Selection"
2 Measurement 2 Value 16 Value depends on "Configuration.Measurement 2 Selection"
Octet 0
Subindex 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Bit offset 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24
Value 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1
Octet 1
Subindex 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1
Bit offset 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16
Value 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 1
Octet 2
Subindex 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Bit offset 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8
Value 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1
Octet 3
Subindex 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Bit offset 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Value 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
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Example Based on the Value Above Measurement 1 Value = 26511 Measurement 2 Value = 843
Index 64, Subindex 5 = 2
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Subindex Name Number of Bits Data Values
1 Measurement Value 16 The measurement device value
2 Measurement Scale 8 The measurement device scale
3 Stability State 1 0 = No target/marginal, 1 = Stable
4 Channel 1 Output State 1 0 = Inactive, 1 = Active
5 Channel 2 Output State 1 1 = Inactive, 1 = Active
Octet 0
Subindex 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Bit offset 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24
Value 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
Octet 1
Subindex 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
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Bit offset 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16
Value 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1
Octet 2
Subindex 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Bit offset 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8
Value 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0
Octet 3
Subindex // // // // // 3 4 5
Bit offset 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Value N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 0 1 0
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## Example Based on the Value Above
Measurement Value = 509 Measurement Scale = -2 Stability State = No target/marginal Channel 2 Output State = Active Channel 1 Output State = Inactive
## IO-Link Process Data Out (Master to Device)
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Subindex Name Number of Bits Data Values
1 Emitter Disable 1 0 = Active, 1 = Inactive
Octet 0
Subindex // // // // // // // 1
Bit offset 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Value N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1
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## Example Based on the Value Above
Emitter Disable = 1 (Inactive)
## Parameters Set Using IO-Link
These parameters can be read from and/or written to an IO-Link model of the Q20-2KLAF sensor. Also included is information about whether the variable in question is saved during Data Storage and whether the variable came from the IOLink Smart Sensor Profile. Unlike Process Data In, which is transmitted from the IO-Link device to the IO-Link master cyclically, these parameters are read or written acyclically as needed.
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Smart
Access Data
Index Subindex Name Length Value Range Default Sensor
Rights Storage? Profile
0 1-16 Direct Parameter Page 1 RO
(incl. Vendor ID & Device ID)
1 1-16 Direct Parameters Page 2 RW
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Smart
Access Data
Index Subindex Name Length Value Range Default Sensor
Rights Storage? Profile
65 = SP1 Single Value Teach
67 = SP1 Two Value Teach TP1
68 = SP1 Two Value Teach TP2
79 = SP1 Teach Exit
2 Standard Command 130 = Restore Factory Settings WO Y
162 = Start discovery
163 = Stop discovery
164 = Indicator On
165 = Indicator Off
Data Storage Index (device-
3 specific list of parameters to RW
be stored)
4-11 reserved by IO-Link
Specification
12 Device Access Locks
Parameter Write Access
12 1 0 = Off, 1 = On 0 RW Y
Lock
12 2 Data Storage Lock 1 = Off, 1 = On 0 RW Y
12 3 Local Parameterization Lock 2 = Off, 1 = On 0 RW Y
12 4 Local User Interface Lock 3 = Off, 1 = On 0 RW Y
13 Profile Characteristic RO
14 PDInput Descriptor RO
15 PDOutput Descriptor RO
16 Vendor Name string Banner Engineering Corporation RO
17 Vendor Text string More Sensors. More Solutions. RO
18 Product Name string Q20-2 RO
19 Product ID string RO
20 Product Text string RO
21 Serial Number RO
22 Hardware Version RO
23 Firmware Version RO
24 App Specific Tag (user RW Y
defined)
25 Function Tag RW Y
26 Location Tag RW Y
27-35 reserved
0 = Device is OK
1 = Maintainance required
2 = Out of specification
36 Device Status 8-bit integer RO
3 = Functional check
4 = Failure
5..255 Reserved
37 Detailed Device Status Array[6] of 3- RO
octet
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Smart
Access Data
Index Subindex Name Length Value Range Default Sensor
Rights Storage? Profile
38-39 reserved RO
40 Process Data Input see Process Data In RO
41 Process Data Output see Process Data Out RO
42-57 unused/reserved
58 Teach-in Channel 0 = Default, 1 = BDC1, 2 = BDC2 0 RW Y
59 Teach-In Status
0 = Idle
1 = SP1 Success
59 1 Teach State 4-bit integer 4 = Wait for Command RO Y
5 = Busy
7 = Error
59 2 SP1 TP1 1-bit integer 0 = Not taught or unsuccessful, 1 = RO Y
Successfully taught
59 3 SP1 TP2 1-bit integer 1 = Not taught or unsuccessful, 1 = RO Y
Successfully taught
60 BDC1 Setpoints
250
60 1 BDC1 Setpoint SP1 32-bit integer 20 mm..3000 mm mm RW Y Y
60 2 BDC1 Setpoint SP2 (FGS 32-bit integer 20 mm..3000 mm 0 mm RW Y Y
mode only)
61 BDC1 Configuration
61 1 BDC1 Switchpoint Logic 8-bit integer 0 = LO, 1 = DO 0 RW Y Y
1 = One-Point BGS
128 = Two-Point static BGS
61 2 BDC1 Mode 8-bit integer 128 RW Y Y
130 = One-Point Window (FGS)
131 = Dual Teach
61 3 BDC1 Hysteresis 16-bit integer -3000 mm..+3000 mm 0 RW Y Y
62 BDC2 Setpoints
500
62 1 BDC2 Setpoint SP1 32-bit integer 20 mm..3000 mm mm RW Y Y
62 2 BDC2 Setpoint SP2 (FGS 32-bit integer 20 mm..3000 mm 0 mm RW Y Y
mode only)
63 BDC2 Configuration
63 1 BDC2 Switchpoint Logic 8-bit integer 0 = LO, 1 = DO 0 RW Y Y
1 = One-Point BGS
128 = Two-Point static BGS
63 2 BDC2 Mode 8-bit integer 128 RW Y Y
130 = One-Point Window (FGS)
131 = Dual Teach
63 3 BDC2 Hysteresis 16-bit integer -3000 mm..+3000 mm 0 RW Y Y
64 Configuration
0 = High Speed
2 = Default
64 1 Response Speed 8-bit Uinteger 3 RW Y
3 = Robust
4 = Clear Object
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Access Data
Index Subindex Name Length Value Range Default Sensor
Rights Storage? Profile
0 = Remote Teach Input
1 = Laser On
4 = Complementary Output
64 2 Secondary Output Function 8-bit Uinteger 7 RW Y
5 = Laser Off
6 = Pulse Frequency Modulation
7 = Independent Output
64 3 IOL Filter Time 16-bit Uinteger 0-65535 0 RW Y
64 4 Include Binary Data in Process Data 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Include, 1 = Don't include, 2 = Measurement device 0 RW Y
0 = Disabled
1 = Excess Gain
Process Data Measurement
64 5 1 Selection 8-bit Uinteger 1 RW Y
2 = Excess Gain / 10
3 = Channel 1 Dual Mode Percent
0 = Disabled, 1 = Distance
Process Data Measurement
64 6 2 Selection 8-bit Uinteger Measurement Value, 2 = Channel 2 Dual 1 RW Y
Mode Percent
65 BDC1 Vendor Specific
Configuration
65 1 BDC1 Delay Mode 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Disabled, 1 = On-Off Delay, 2 = Oneshot 0 RW Y
65 2 BDC1 Delay Time 1 32-bit Uinteger 0..90000 0 ms RW Y
65 3 BDC1 Delay Time 2 32-bit Uinteger 0..90000 0 ms RW Y
BDC1 BGS Teach Offset
65 4 Mode 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Auto, 1 = User Selected 0 RW Y
BDC1 FGS Window Size
65 5 Mode 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Auto, 1 = User Selected 0 RW Y
65 6 BDC1 User Teach Offset 32-bit integer -2980 mm..+2980 mm 0 mm RW Y
BDC1 FGS User Window
65 7 Size 32-bit integer 20 mm..2980 mm 0 mm RW Y
65 8 BDC1 Auto-Thresholding 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Slow, 1 = Medium, 2 = Fast 3 RW Y
66 BDCD Vendor Specific
Configuration
66 1 BDC2 Delay Mode 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Disabled, 1 = On-Off Delay, 2 = Oneshot 0 RW Y
66 2 BDC2 Delay Time 1 32-bit Uinteger 0..90000 0 ms RW Y
66 3 BDC2 Delay Time 2 32-bit Uinteger 0..90000 0 ms RW Y
BDC2 BGS Teach Offset
66 4 Mode 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Auto, 1 = User Selected 0 RW Y
BDC2 FGS Window Size
66 5 Mode 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Auto, 1 = User Selected 0 RW Y
66 6 BDC2 User Teach Offset 32-bit integer -2980 mm..+2980 mm 0 mm RW Y
BDC2 FGS User Window
66 7 Size 32-bit integer 20 mm..2980 mm 0 mm RW Y
66 8 BDC2 Auto-Thresholding 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Slow, 1 = Medium, 2 = Fast 1 RW Y
67 Status
67 1 Measurement 1 Value 32-bit integer RO
67 2 Excess Gain 32-bit integer RO
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Access Data
Index Subindex Name Length Value Range Default Sensor
Rights Storage? Profile
67 3 Stability 8-bit Uinteger 0 = No target, 1 = Marginal/multiple RO
peaks, 2 = Stable
67 4 Emitter Status 8-bit Uinteger 0 = Active, 1 = Inactive RO
67 5 Temperature 16-bit integer RO
67 6 Last Taught Temperature 16-bit integer RO
71 Pulse Frequency
Configuration
71 1 Near Frequency 32-bit integer 1..100000 100 Hz RW Y
71 2 Far Frequency 32-bit integer 1..100000 600 Hz RW Y
78 Pulse Frequency Setpoints
78 1 Setpoint SP1 32-bit integer 20..3000 20 RW Y
2 Setpoint SP2 32-bit integer 20..3000 3000 RW Y
79 1 Pulse Frequency LOS 32-bit Uinteger 1..100000 50 RW Y
Frequency
16512 MDC Descriptor Measuring Data Channel Descriptor - Smart Sensor Profile 2nd Edition
16512 1 Lower Limit 32-bit integer RO
16512 2 Upper Limit 32-bit integer RO
16512 3 Unit 16-bit uinteger 1010 = m RO
16512 4 Scale 8-bit integer -3 = Range shift of (10) [-3] RO
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## IO-Link Events
Events are acyclic transmissions from the IO-Link device to the IO-Link master. Events can be error messages and/or warning or maintenance data.
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Code Type Name Description
25376 (0x6320) Error Parameter error Check data sheet and values
36003 (0x8CA3) Notification Teach Completed Event Event indicating a teach has been completed.
36004 (0x8CA4) Notification Factory Settings Restored Event Event indicating that the factory settings have been restored.
36005 (0x8CA5) Notification Teach Coerced Event Event indicating a taught condition resulting in a setpoint being coerced. Taught
was updated.
36007 (0x8CA7) Notification Teach Failed Event Event indicating an invalid target condition was attempted to be taught. Taught
setpoint was not updated.
36097 (0x8D01) Error System Fault Event Contact Banner Engineering to resolve.
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Cordsets ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Mounting Brackets.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
## Chapter 5 Accessories
## Cordsets
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|4-pin Single-Ended M8 Female Cordsets (datasheet p/n 236623)|
|Model|Length|Dimensions (mm)|Pinout (Female)|
|BC-M8F4-24-0.5|0.5 m (1.64 ft)|
|35 Typ.|
|BC-M8F4-24-1|1 m (3.28 ft)|
|ø 9.5|1 = Brown|
|BC-M8F4-24-2|2 m (6.56 ft)|—|4|2|2 = White|
|3 = Blue|
|BC-M8F4-24-5|5 m (16.4 ft)|M8 x 1|4 = Black|
|BC-M8F4-24-8|8 m (26.25 ft)|4.2 mm Dia|3|1|
|=|
|BC-M8F4-24-10|10 m (30.81 ft)|—=—=|7 mm|©|
|58 mm|
|a|oe|
|4-pin Single-Ended M12 Female Cordsets (datasheet p/n 235937)|
|Model|Length|Dimensions (mm)|Pinout (Female)|
|BC-M12F4-22-1|1 m (3.28 ft)|
|44 Typ.|
|BC-M12F4-22-2|2 m (6.56 ft)|
|BC-M12F4-22-5|5 m (16.4 ft)|1 = Brown|
|BC-M12F4-22-8|8 m (26.25 ft)|M12 x 1|1|SG|2|2 = White3 = Blue|
|BC-M12F4-22-10|10 m (30.81 ft)|=o|ø 14.5|5|_|4 = Black5 = Unused|
|Ø5.2 mm|
|BC-M12F4-22-15|15 m (49.2 ft)|4|3|
|BC-M12F4-22-20|20 m (65.61 ft)|
|>|7 mm|)|
|BC-M12F4-22-25|25 m (82.02 ft)|58 mm|
|Z—io | =|
|BC-M12F4-22-30|30 m (98.42 ft)|
|4-pin Single-Ended M12 Female Right-Angle Cordsets (datasheet p/n 235937)|
|Model|Length|Dimensions (mm)|Pinout (Female)|
|BC-M12F4A-22-1|1 m (3.28 ft)|32 Typ.|
|[1.26"]|
|BC-M12F4A-22-2|2 m (6.56 ft)|
|BC-M12F4A-22-5|5 m (16.4 ft)|30 Typ.|
|[1.18"]|1 = Brown|
|BC-M12F4A-22-8|8 m (26.25 ft)|1|2|2 = White|
|BC-M12F4A-22-10|10 m (30.81 ft)|—te_||||ce|3 = Blue4 = Black|
|M12 x 1|5|
|5 = Unused|
|ø 14.5 [0.57"]|
|4|3|
|Ø5.2 mm|
|BC-M12F4A-22-15|15 m (49.2 ft)|
|7 mm|
|§|<<|——|58 mm|
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Accessories
## Mounting Brackets
- SMBQ20L 16 • Sensor vertical base mount • ±5° tip, ±7° swivel • Stainless steel 40 • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP 14
- SMBQ20LV 15 Ø3.2
- • Sensor vertical back mount • ±10° tip 36 • Stainless steel • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP 31
- SMBQ20H 16 23 • Sensor horizontal flange mount • ±10° swivel • Stainless steel 55 • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP
- SMBQ20U 23 • Sensor vertical base mount with protection • ±22.5° swivel 39 • Stainless steel • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP 12.5 34
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Clean with Mild Detergent and Warm Water ...................................................................................................................................................... 31 Supporting Documentation................................................................................................................................................................................. 31 Repairs ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Contact Us.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty....................................................................................................................................................... 31
## Chapter 6 Product Support and Maintenance
## Clean with Mild Detergent and Warm Water
Handle the sensor with care during installation and operation. Sensor windows soiled by fingerprints, dust, water, oil, etc. create stray light that may degrade the peak performance of the sensor.
Wipe down the device with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent and warm water solution. Do not use any other chemicals for cleaning.
## Supporting Documentation
The following documentation is available at www.bannerengineering.com.
Part number Document Name 240594 Q20-2KLAF Laser Measurement Sensor IO-Link Data Reference Guide 240593 Q20-2KLAF IODD File B_51955076 Q20-2 IO-Link AOI Files
## Repairs
Contact Banner Engineering for troubleshooting of this device. Do not attempt any repairs to this Banner device; it contains no field-replaceable parts or components. If the device, device part, or device component is determined to be defective by a Banner Applications Engineer, they will advise you of Banner's RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) procedure.
IMPORTANT: If instructed to return the device, pack it with care. Damage that occurs in return shipping is not covered by warranty.
## Contact Us
Banner Engineering Corp. | 9714 Tenth Avenue North | Plymouth, MN 55441, USA | Phone: + 1 888 373 6767
For worldwide locations and local representatives, visit www.bannerengineering.com.
## 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.
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Product Support and Maintenance
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. Any misuse, abuse, or improper application or installation of this product or use of the product for personal protection applications when the product is identified as not intended for such purposes will void the product warranty. Any modifications to this product without prior express approval by Banner Engineering Corp will void the product warranties. All specifications published in this document are subject to change; Banner reserves the right to modify product specifications or update documentation at any time. Specifications and product information in English supersede that which is provided in any other language. For the most recent version of any documentation, refer to: www.bannerengineering.com.
For patent information, see www.bannerengineering.com/patents.
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