Loop Frequency:
Four frequencies (normally in the range
of 20 to 100 kHz) are dip switch selectable from the front panel.
Reset:
Changing any dip switch position (except SW 1
& SW 2: frequency selection) will reset the detector. After
changing the Frequency selection switches, the detector will
require a RESET. Reset will clear the loop fault memory.
Sensitivity:
Vehicle detection results when a negative
change in loop inductance (-DL/L)
exceeds the sensitivity setting. Eight detection sensitivity
levels are front panel rotary switch selectable.
| Sensitivity | -DL/L |
| 0 | 1.28% |
| 1 | 0.64% |
| 2 | 0.32% |
| 3 | 0.16% |
| 4 | 0.08% |
| 5 | 0.04% |
| 6 | 0.02% |
| 7 | 0.01% |
Sensitivity Boost:
An external dip switch setting may
be turned on to increase sensitivity during the detect period.
When a vehicle enters the loop, the detector sensitivity is
boosted to a higher level than the vacant loop setting. The
boosted sensitivity remains throughout the detect period. When
the vehicle leaves the loop, the sensitivity returns to the
vacant loop setting. This feature helps prevent dropouts during
the passage of high bed vehicles and is particularly useful in
sliding gate situations.
Relay "A" Modes:
Two presence hold times are
selectable for Relay A with an external dip switch,
"TruePresenceÔ " and
"Limited Presence". Both modes output a CALL
when a vehicle is present in the loop. TruePresenceÔ will hold the call for as long as the
vehicle is present and power is not removed or reset applied.
Limited presence will typically hold the CALL output for about
1-3 hours. The TruePresenceÔ time
applies only for normal size automobiles and trucks and for
normal size loops (approx. 12 sq. ft. to 120 sq. ft.).
Relay "B" Modes:
Three modes of operation are
selectable for Relay B with an external dip switch, Presence,
Pulse, or FAIL. When in the presence mode,
the presence hold time is the same as Output A. When in the pulse
mode, the 250 millisecond pulse can be selected as either pulse
on entry (when a vehicle enters the loop) or pulse on exit
(when a vehicle exits the loop). The FAIL
mode provides an output for as long as a loop failure exists.
Relay B is a FAIL SECURE output in the
presence and pulse modes. In the FAIL mode,
relay B is FAIL SECURE when power fails. A
loop failure will generate an output.
CALL Delay:
A
2-second delay of Outputs A &B can be activated by an
external dip switch. Output delay is the time the detector
outputs are delayed after a vehicle first enters the loop
detection area and is indicated by the front panel detect LED
flashing at 4 Hz with a 50% duty cycle. If the 2-second output
delay feature is activated, the output relays will only be turned
on after 2 seconds has passed with a vehicle continuously present
in the loop detection area. If a vehicle leaves the loop
detection area during the 2-second delay interval, detection is
aborted and the next vehicle entering the loop detection area
will initiate a new full 2-second delay interval.
Output CALL Memory:
When power is removed for 2 seconds or less, the detector
automatically "remembers" if a vehicle was present over
the loop. When power is restored, the detector will continue to
output a call until the vehicle leaves the loop. (Power loss or
dips of 2 seconds or less will not drop the CALL).
Power Status Indicator:
A green super-high-intensity
light emitting diode (LED) indicates power status during normal
detector operation. When the green (PWR) LED is on, the power to
the detector is normal. When power drops approximately 20% from
nominal, the green LED turns off and the detector remains
operational. When power drops approximately 25% from nominal, the
green LED is off and the "line" voltage is not
sufficient to operate the detector.
Detect Status Indicator:
The red detect LED is steady
on while a vehicle is being detected. The detect LED will flash
at a 4 Hz rate with a 50% duty cycle while timing out the
2-Second Call Delay.
Loop FAIL Monitor Indicator:
If the total inductance of
the detector input network goes out of the range specified for
the detector or suddenly changes more than +/-25% the detector
will enter FAIL mode. The red FAIL LED will either begin flashing with a 50%
duty cycle once per second for a shorted loop condition or will
be on continuously for an open loop condition. These indicator
conditions will continue until the inductance returns to its
previous value at which time the detector output will
automatically resume normal operation, and the red FAIL
LED will flash at a distinctive rate (a burst of 3 flashes once
per second) to indicate an intermittent loop fault has occurred
and corrected. [The detector input network, consists of the loop
or loops plus the feeder cable (lead-in or home run) up to the
connector on the detector].
FAIL SAFE Operation:
When the loop fails
or power is removed, continuity exists between Common & N.O.
for Relay A. Continuity exists between Common & N.C. for
Relay B.
FAIL SECURE Operation:
When the loop
fails or power is removed, continuity exists between Common &
N.C. for both relays A &B.
Self Tuning:
Automatically tunes to loop within 2
seconds after application of power or reset. 30 seconds of
operation is required before full sensitivity and presence time
is reached following application of power or a reset.
Environmental Tracking:
Fully self-compensating for
environmental changes and loop drift over the full temperature
range and the entire loop inductance range.
Loop Inductance Range:
20 to 1000 mH
with Q factor of 5 or greater.
Loop Input:
Transformer isolated. The minimum
capacitance added by the detector is 0.068 mF.
Grounded Loop Operation:
The loop isolation transformer
allows operation with poor quality loops (which may include a
single point short, or leakage, to ground).
Lightning Protection:
The detector can tolerate,
without damage, a 10 mF capacitor
charged to 1,000 Volts being discharged directly into the loop
input terminals, or a 10 mF capacitor
charged to 2,000 Volts being charged between either loop terminal
and earth ground.
Internal Circuitry Isolation:
All internal electronic
circuitry is isolated from all external circuitry. Power is
isolated by means of the power transformer. The loop is isolated
by means of the loop isolation transformer. The outputs are
isolated by means of the output relays.
Automatic Reset Internal Fuse:
When 120VAC is applied
to 24VAC models, the automatic internal fuse will open. The fuse
will automatically reset when power is removed for 3 seconds.
Source voltage should be verified before reinstalling.
Relay Rating(s):
The relay contacts are rated for 6 Amp
max, 150 VDC max, 300 VAC max and 180 Watts max switched power.
Ruggedized Construction:
The enclosure is high
temperature rated lexan plastic. Printed circuit boards are
double sided 2-oz copper with plated through-holes.
Operating Temperature:
-40°
F to + 180° F. Meets or exceeds NEMA
specifications.
Power(s):
18
to 32 VAC, 50/60 Hz., 4.0 Watts max.
89 to 135 VAC, 50/60 Hz., 4.0 Watts max.
176 to 288 VAC., 50/60 Hz., 4.0 Watts max.
10 to 16 VDC, 80 mA max.
20 to 34 VDC, 50 mA max.
Fuse(s):
24 VAC power: 120 mA, Polymeric
120 VAC power: 3/8 Amp, Slo-Blo.
240 VAC power: 3/8 Amp, Slo-Blo.
12 VDC power: Current limited.
24 VDC power: Current limited.
Size:
1.75 inches (4.45 cm.) Wide x 3.00 inches (7.62
cm.) High x 5.00 inches (12.70 cm.) Deep, including rear
connector.
Weight:
Approx. 8.1 oz. (229.64 gm.).
Connector:
Rear mount 11 Pin male "Amphenol"
connector (86CP11).
| Pin | Function |
| 1 | Power, Hot or (+) |
| 2 | Power, Neutral or (-) |
| 3 | Output B, Normally Open |
| 4 | No Connection |
| 5 | Output A, Common |
| 6 | Output A, Normally Open |
| 7 | Loop |
| 8 | Loop |
| 9 | Output B, Common |
| 10 | Output A, Normally Closed |
| 11 | Output B, Normally Closed |
| Model | Voltage | Operation |
| Bx-3 | 120 VAC | FAIL SAFE |
| Bx-3-S | 120 VAC | FAIL SECURE |
| Bx-7 | 24 VAC | FAIL SAFE |
| Bx-7-S | 24 VAC | FAIL SECURE |
| Bx-8 | 240 VAC | FAIL SAFE |
| Bx-8-S | 240 VAC | FAIL SECURE |
| Bx-23 | 12 VDC | FAIL SAFE |
| Bx-23-S | 12 VDC | FAIL SECURE |
| Bx-24 | 24 VDC | FAIL SAFE |
| Bx-24-S | 24 VDC | FAIL SECURE |
Note: * Relay contacts are shown with power applied, loop(s) connected, and no vehicles present.
Factory Default Settings:
Sensitivity Level: Level 3
Output Configurations: Relay A = True Presence
(Infinite)
Relay B = Pulse on Entry
Sensitivity Boost: OFF
2-Second CALL Delay: OFF
Notes:
* CALL Memory is always on. There is no
switch setting for this feature.
* Please specify correct model number for FAIL-SAFE or FAIL-SECURE when ordering.
** Specifications are subject to change to reflect improvements and upgrades.