Laser Sensor 2

L-GAGE LE250/550 Analog/
Discrete Laser Gauging Sensors
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
175094 Rev. D
22 July 2015
175094
L-GAGE LE250/550 Analog/Discrete Laser Gauging Sensors
Contents
1 Product Description ....................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Models ....................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2.1 Features and Indicators ...................................................................................................4
1.2.2 Display .......................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.3 Buttons ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Laser Description and Safety Information .................................................................................... 5
2 Sensor Installation ........................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Sensor Orientation ................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Sensor Mounting ...................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Wiring Diagrams ...................................................................................................................... 8
3 Sensor Programming ..................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Quick Menu ............................................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Sensor Menu (MENU) ............................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Remote Input ........................................................................................................................ 10
3.4 Locking and Unlocking the Sensor .............................................................................................12
3.5 Analog Output Menu (A_OUT) ................................................................................................... 12
3.5.1 TEACH 4 mA (0 V) and TEACH 20 mA (10 V) ..................................................................... 13
3.5.2 Midpoint TEACH ............................................................................................................15
3.5.3 Adjust 4 mA (0 V) ..........................................................................................................17
3.5.4 Adjust 20 mA (10 V) ...................................................................................................... 17
3.5.5 Slope .......................................................................................................................... 17
3.5.6 Loss of Signal ...............................................................................................................18
3.6 Discrete Output Menu (D_OUT) ................................................................................................. 20
3.6.1 Two-Point TEACH ...........................................................................................................20
3.6.2 Midpoint TEACH ............................................................................................................22
3.6.3 Adjust Switch Point One .................................................................................................24
3.6.4 Adjust Switch Point Two ................................................................................................ 24
3.6.5 TEACH Switch Point .......................................................................................................25
3.6.6 Adjust Switch Point ....................................................................................................... 26
3.6.7 Mode ........................................................................................................................... 26
3.6.8 Switch Point Reference (SPtRef) ...................................................................................... 27
3.6.9 Timer ...........................................................................................................................28
3.6.10 Polarity .......................................................................................................................28
3.7 Input Menu (INPUT) ................................................................................................................ 29
3.7.1 Input Type ...................................................................................................................29
3.7.2 Input Active ................................................................................................................. 29
3.8 Measure Menu (MEASURE) ....................................................................................................... 30
3.8.1 Speed ......................................................................................................................... 30
3.8.2 Trigger ........................................................................................................................ 30
3.9 Display Menu (DISPLAY) ...........................................................................................................32
3.9.1 Units ...........................................................................................................................33
3.9.2 View ........................................................................................................................... 33
3.9.3 Sleep .......................................................................................................................... 33
3.10 Information Menu (INFO) ........................................................................................................34
3.11 Reset Menu (RESET) .............................................................................................................. 34
3.11.1 Factory Default Settings ...............................................................................................35
4 Sync Master/Slave ....................................................................................................... 36
5 Additional Remote TEACH Procedures ..........................................................................37
5.1 TEACH Analog Output and Discrete Output Switch Points Together ................................................37
5.2 TEACH Analog Output and Discrete Output Midpoints Together ..................................................... 37
6 Specifications .............................................................................................................. 39
6.1 Performance Curves ............................................................................................................... 40
6.2 Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 42
7 Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................43
8 Sensor Menu Full Map (LE550 Analog/Discrete Models) ............................................... 44
9 Accessories ...................................................................................................................45
9.1 Cordsets ............................................................................................................................... 45
9.2 Brackets ............................................................................................................................... 45
10 Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty ............................................................... 46
1 Product Description
Laser displacement sensor with both analog and discrete (switched) outputs
Easy to set up and use with a 2-line, 8-character display

Economical sensor with high accuracy
Repeatability and accuracy for challenging targets, from shiny metal
to black rubber
Various sizes of visible red laser, depending on target size, distance,
and color characteristics
Sensing range options up to 1 meter
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to
serious injury or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary
to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an
energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
1.1 Models
Family Range Output Laser Class Connector

LE 550 I Q
550 = 100-1000 mm I = 4 to 20 mA analog and Blank = Class 2 laser Blank = 2 m Integral Cable
250 = 100-400 mm (1) NPN/PNP discrete C1 = Class 1 Laser Q = Rotatable M12/Eu ro-style QD
U = 0 to 10 V analog and QP = PVC M12/Euro-style Pigtail QD
(1) NPN/PNP discrete W/30 = 9 m Integral Cable
D = (2) NPN/PNP discrete
QD models require mating cordset
NOTE: Discrete NPN/PNP is user configurable
1.2 Overview
The L-GAGE LE250/550 Analog/Discrete Laser Sensor is a visible, bore-sighted laser displacement sensor designed for
precise, color-insensitive measurements. The LE series of sensors includes models covering various ranges, spot sizes, and
measurement performance. A 2-line LCD shows the real-time distance measurement, in either millimeters or inches, and
the analog output measurement, in milliamps or volts, when the sensor is in Run mode.
See Factory Default Settings on page 35 for a list of sensor default settings.
Models with current or voltage analog outputs are available. This manual provides the display information and the
navigation paths for the current models with the voltage model text in parentheses if it is different.
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1.2.1 Features and Indicators
Three LED indicators provide ongoing indication of the sensing

status.
Analog Output
LED Indicator
Analog Output LED Indicator
Power LED Display Solid Amber = Displayed distance is within the taught analog
Indicator
output window
Discrete Output Off = Displayed distance is outside the taught analog output
LED Indicator window
Power LED Indicator

Push Buttons
Solid Green = Normal operation, power On and laser On
Flashing Green (1 Hz) = Power On and laser Off (laser enable
mode)
Discrete Output LED Indicator

Solid Amber = Discrete Output is On
Figure 1. LE Analog Sensor Features
Off = Discrete Output is Off
1.2.2 Display
The display is a 2-line, 8-character LCD. The main screen is

the Run mode screen, which shows the real-time distance
measurement and the analog output measurement.
Figure 2. LE550 Display in Run Mode
1.2.3 Buttons
Use the sensor buttons Down, Up, Enter, and Escape to program the sensor and to access sensor information.
Down and Up Buttons
Press Down and Up to:

Access the Quick Menu from Run mode
Navigate the menu systems
Change programming settings
When navigating the menu systems, the menu items loop.
Press Down and Up to change setting values. Press and hold the buttons to cycle through numeric values.
After changing a setting value, it slowly flashes until the change is saved using the Enter button.
Enter Button
Press Enter to:

Access the Sensor Menu from Run mode
Access the submenus
Save changes
In the Sensor Menu, a check mark in the lower right corner of the display indicates that pressing Enter
accesses a submenu.
Press Enter to save changes. New values flash rapidly and the sensor returns to the parent menu.
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Escape Button
Press Escape to:

Leave the current menu and return to the parent menu
Return to Run mode from the Quick Menu
Important: Pressing Escape discards any unsaved programming changes.
In the Sensor Menu, a return arrow in the upper left corner of the display indicates that pressing Escape
returns to the parent menu.
Press and hold Escape for 2 seconds to return to Run mode from any menu or remote teach.
1.3 Laser Description and Safety Information
CAUTION: 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.
1.3 Class 2 Laser Models
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.
For Safe Laser Use - Class 2 Lasers

Do not stare at the laser.
Do not point the laser at a persons eye.
Mount open laser beam paths either above or below eye level, where practical.
Terminate the beam emitted by the laser product at the end of its useful path.
Reference IEC 60825-1:2007, Section 8.2.

Class 2 Lasers
Class 2 lasers are lasers that emit visible radiation in the wavelength range from 400
nm to 700 nm, where eye protection is normally afforded by aversion responses,
including the blink reflex. This reaction may be expected to provide adequate
protection under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, including the use of
optical instruments for intrabeam viewing.
Class 2 Laser Safety Notes
Low-power lasers are, by definition, incapable of causing eye injury within the
duration of a blink (aversion response) of 0.25 seconds. They also must emit only
visible wavelengths (400 to 700 nm). Therefore, an ocular hazard may exist only if
individuals overcome their natural aversion to bright light and stare directly into the
laser beam.
Figure 3. FDA (CDRH) warning label

(Class 2)

1.3 Class 1 Laser Models
Class 1 lasers are lasers that are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of
CLASS 1
operation, including the use of optical instruments for intrabeam viewing. LASER PRODUCT
COMPLIES WITH IEC 60825-1:2007

Laser wavelength: 650 Output: < 0.22 Pulse Duration: 150 s to Output Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10
nm mW 900 s and 1040.11 except for deviations
pursuant to Laser Notice N o. 50,
dated June 24, 200 7.
Figure 4. FDA (CDRH) warning label

(Class 1)

2 Sensor Installation
NOTE: Handle the sensor with care during installation and operation. Sensor windows soiled by
fingerprints, dust, water, oil, etc. may create stray light that may degrade the peak performance of the
sensor. Blow the window clear using filtered, compressed air, then clean as necessary using 70%
isopropyl alcohol and cotton swabs or water and a soft cloth.
2.1 Sensor Orientation

Correct sensor-to-object orientation is important to ensure proper sensing. See the following figures for examples of
correct and incorrect sensor-to-object orientation as certain placements may pose problems for sensing distances.
Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect
Figure 5. Orientation by a wall Figure 6. Orientation in an opening Figure 7. Orientation for a turning object
Correct Incorrect
Correct Incorrect
Figure 8. Orientation for a height difference Figure 9. Orientation for a color or luster
difference
2.2 Sensor Mounting

1. If a bracket is needed, mount the sensor onto the bracket.
2. Mount the sensor (or the sensor and the bracket) to the machine or equipment at the desired location. Do not
tighten at this time.
3. Check the sensor alignment.
4. Tighten the screws to secure the sensor (or the sensor and the bracket) in the aligned position.

2.3 Wiring Diagrams
Key
1 + 1 + 2
3 12-30V dc 3 12-30V dc 1
3
PNP
PNP
NPN
NPN
or
or
4 4 4 5
Load D_Out Load D_Out
2 2 1 = Brown
4-20 mA A_Out 0-10V A_Out
2 = White
5 5
Input Input 3 = Blue
4 = Black
shield shield 5 = Gray
* User-configurable PNP/NPN setting * User-configurable PNP/NPN setting
Figure 10. Analog Current Model Figure 11. Analog Voltage Model

3 Sensor Programming
Program the sensor using the buttons on the sensor or the remote input (limited programming options).
From Run mode, use the buttons to access the Quick Menu and the Sensor Menu. See Quick Menu on page 9 and
Sensor Menu (MENU) on page 10 for more information on the options available from each menu. For TEACH options,
follow the TEACH instructions.
In addition to programming the sensor, use the remote input to disable the buttons for security, preventing unauthorized
or accidental programming changes. See Remote Input on page 10 for more information.
from Run Mode
Access Access
Quick Menu Sensor Menu
See Figure 13 on page 9 See Figure 14 on page 10
Figure 12. Accessing the LE Menus
3.1 Quick Menu

The sensor includes a Quick Menu with easy access to view and change the analog and discrete output switch points.
Access the Quick Menu by pressing Down or Up from Run mode. When in the Quick Menu, the current distance
measurement displays on the first line and the menu name and the analog value alternate on the second line of the
display. Press Enter to access the switch points. Press Down or Up to change the switch point to the desired
value. Press Enter to save the new value and return to the Quick Menu.
Quick Menu
Run
Mode 4mA Pt (value)
set value with
20mA Pt (value) Save setting

and return to
Quick Menu
or
SPt1 (value)
Cancel and
return to
Quick Menu
SPt2 (value)
access Sensor
MENU Menu (Top Menu)
Spt2 not available unless in

Window Mode
Figure 13. Quick Menu Map (Window Mode)

3.2 Sensor Menu (MENU)
Access the Sensor Menu by pressing Enter from Run mode. The Sensor Menu is also accessible from the Quick Menu:
navigate to MENU and press Enter . The Sensor Menu includes several submenus that provide access to view and
change sensor settings and to view sensor information.
Sensor Menu
(See Sensor Menu Full Map for the complete map)
Run MENU A_OUT Access analog output settings
Mode
MENU D_OUT Access discrete output settings
MENU INPUT Select input line settings (remote TEACH, trigger mode, etc.)
Select Menu Item MENU MEASURE Select response speed and trigger measurement
or
Press to Save Setting
MENU DISPLAY Select display units and orientation
Go Back to Parent Menu MENU INFO View sensor information

or
Press and Hold to Go Back
to Run Mode MENU RESET Reset to factory defaults
Figure 14. Sensor Menu Basic Map (Analog Models)
See Sensor Menu Full Map and the Menu sections of this manual for more information.
3.3 Remote Input

Use the remote input to program the sensor remotely. The remote input provides limited programming options and is
Active Low by default. For Active Low, connect the gray input wire to ground (0 V dc), with a remote switch connected
between the wire and ground. To use the Active High function, configure the sensor for Active High using the buttons on
the sensor, then connect the gray input wire to V+ (12 to 30 V dc). 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.
Exit remote programming modes by holding the remote input low for > 2 seconds, or waiting for the automatic 60-second
timeout, or by pressing and holding Escape for 2 seconds. The sensor returns to Run mode without saving any new
settings.

NOTE: Follow procedure for the TEACH/SET method

Run (highlighted in black box) chosen in the TEACH Selection menu.
Mode Timeout is 60 seconds.
Pulse Timing (T)
0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds
Timing between Pulse groups > 1 second
1x Enter Remote TEACH RMT TCH with measurement value
1x Teaching..(4mA) Tch4mA with measurement value, then to Tch20mA

REMOTE TEACH
1x Teaching..(20mA) Tch20mA with measurement value, then back to Run mode
2x Teaching.. (SPt1) TchSPt1 with measurement value, then to TchSPt2

1x Teaching..(SPt2) TchSPt2 with measurement value, then back to Run mode
3x Teaching.. (TchA&D1) Tch4mA and TchSPt1 with measurement value, then to TchA&D2
1x Teaching..(TchA&D2) Tch20mA and TchSPt2 with measurement value, then
back to Run mode
4x Teaching.. (Tch12mA) Tch12mA with measurement value, then back to Run mode
5x Teaching.. (TchMdPt) TchMdPt (teaches Spt in Switch Mode) with measurement value, then
back to Run mode
6x Teaching.. (TchA&D) Tch12mA and TchMdPt (teaches Spt in Switch Mode) with measurement
value, then back to Run mode
2x Enter Remote Setup REMOTE SETUP
1x Slope Slope value (positive or negative)

1x Select Slope Positive, then back to Run mode
2x Select Slope Negative, then back to Run mode
2x Sensor Mode Mode with current value

1x Set Mode to Alarm, then back to Run mode
2x Set Mode to Health, then back to Run mode
REMOTE SETUP
3x Set Mode to Switch , then back to Run mode

4x Set Mode to Switch , then back to Run mode
5x Set Mode to Window , then back to Run mode
6x Set Mode to Window , then back to Run mode
3x Window Size WndSize with value

1x Set Window Size to X1, then back to Run mode
Refer to the Window size table for the acceptable values.
4x Sensor Lock / Unlock Locks or Unlocks Sensor
1x Unlock Sensor
2x Lock Sensor
8x Reset to Default Settings Resets Sensor to Factory Default Settings
Figure 15. Remote Input Map

Table 1: Window Size (WndSize)
Variable LE250 Models LE550 Models Variable LE250 Models LE550 Models
X1 1 mm 10 mm X4 100 mm 300 mm
X2 10 mm 50 mm X5 150 mm 500 mm
X3 50 mm 100 mm X6 250 mm 800 mm
3.4 Locking and Unlocking the Sensor
Use the lock and unlock feature to prevent unauthorized or accidental programming changes. A lock symbol displays in
the upper left corner of the display to indicate when the sensor is locked. When locked, the menus are available to view
settings, but the values cannot be changed. The remote input is also disabled, except for the unlock function.
Button Instructions
To lock or unlock the sensor using the buttons, press and hold Down and Escape simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Remote Input Instructions

1. Access the setup mode.
Action Result
T T
Double-pulse the remote input. "REMOTE SETUP" displays.
T
2. Access the lock/unlock function.
Action Result
T T T T
"LOCK" and the current status (unlocked or
Four-pulse the remote input.
T T T locked) display.
3. Lock or unlock the sensor.
Action Result
T "Unlocked" flashes and the sensor returns

Unlock : Single-pulse the remote line.
to Run mode. The sensor is unlocked.
"Locked" flashes and the sensor returns to

T T
Run mode. The sensor is locked and the
Lock: Double-pulse the remote input.
T lock symbol displays in the upper left
corner.
3.5 Analog Output Menu (A_OUT)

Use the Analog Output menu to view or change:
4 mA (0 V) setpoint
20 mA (10 V) setpoint
12 mA (5 V) window
Slope
Loss of signal behavior

MENU A_OUT A_OUT Tch2pt Tch2Pt Tch4mA Tch4mA 100 mm

Tch2Pt Tch20mA Tch20mA 1000 mm
A_OUT TchMid TchMid WndSize WndSize 300 mm

TchMid Tch12mA Tch12mA 500 mm
Select Menu Item
or
Press to Save Setting A_OUT Adj4mA Adj4mA 100 mm
A_OUT Adj20mA Adj20mA 1000 mm

Go Back to Parent Menu
or A_OUT Slope Slope Positive
to Run Mode Slope Negative
A_OUT LossSig LossSig 3.5 mA

LossSig 20.5 mA
LossSig Hold
Figure 16. Analog Output Menu Map
3.5.1 TEACH 4 mA (0 V) and TEACH 20 mA (10 V)

The Tch4mA (Tch0V) and Tch20mA (Tch10V) options use targets to set the 4 mA (0 V) and 20 mA (10 V) to the desired
setpoints. When using the buttons, only one value needs to be set if the second value is valid. When using the remote
input, both values must be set.
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Tch2Pt > Tch4mA (Tch0V) or navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Tch2Pt > Tch20mA
(Tch10V)
Remote input: Available
Button Instructions
1. Present the target.
Action Result
The target's analog output measurement

Present the target. The target must be within the sensor's measurement range.
and distance measurement values display.
2. Access the TEACH mode and TEACH the sensor.
Action Result
The selected TEACH mode and "Teaching"

display while the sensor is being taught.
TEACH Accepted
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Tch2Pt > Tch4mA (Tch0V)
The new value is shown on the second line
OR of the display and flashes before it is saved
and the sensor returns to the parent menu.
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Tch2Pt > Tch20mA (Tch10V)
TEACH Not Accepted
"FAIL" and a warning message display, and

the sensor returns to the parent menu.
3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 for the other setpoint, if desired.
Teaches both the 4 mA (0 V) and 20 mA (10 V) setpoints.

1. Access the TEACH mode.

Action Result
T "RMT TCH" and the current measurement

Single-pulse the remote input.
value display.
Action Result
"RMT TCH" and the target's measurement

Present the 4 mA (0 V) target.
value display.
3. TEACH the sensor.
Action Result
"Tch4mA (Tch0V) Teaching" displays

while the sensor is being taught.
TEACH Accepted
The new value displays on the second line

T of the display, flashes, and then "Tch20mA
(Tch10V)" and the current measurement
value display.
TEACH Not Accepted
"FAIL" flashes, the sensor returns to step

2, and "RMT TCH" displays.
Action Result
"Tch20mA (Tch10V)" and the target's

Present the 20 mA (10 V) target.
measurement value display.
Action Result

TEACH Accepted
T The new value displays on the second line

Single-pulse the remote input. of the display, flashes, and the sensor
returns to Run mode.
TEACH Not Accepted


3.5.2 Midpoint TEACH
The Midpoint TEACH uses both the window size and the 12 mA
(5 V) setpoint to determine the actual measurement window.
20 mA For example, a window of 200 mm with a 12 mA (5 V) setpoint
of 600 mm places the measurement window from 500 mm to
12 mA 700 mm.
To use the Midpoint TEACH:

4 mA
Midpoint 1. Set the window size using Window Size on page 15.
(600 mm) 2. Set the measurement window using TEACH 12 mA (5 V)
on page 16.
(500 mm) (700 mm)
The Analog Output Midpoint TEACH and the Discrete Output
Figure 17. Window and Midpoint Example Midpoint TEACH are independent settings (see Midpoint TEACH
on page 22).
Window Size
The WndSize option sets the window size that the Midpoint TEACH uses to set the 4 mA (0 V) and 20 mA (10 V) setpoints.
The Midpoint TEACH fails if one of the setpoints is beyond the measurement range. The bigger the window size, the
smaller the acceptable TEACH range.
The Analog Output window size is a different setting than the Discrete Output window size when defined using the push
buttons.
LE250 Laser Sensor LE550 Laser Sensor
Window Size Minimum 1 mm 10 mm
Window Size Maximum 250 mm 800 mm
Range 100 mm to 400 mm 100 mm to 1000 mm
Default Window Size 50 mm 300 mm
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > TchMid > WndSize
Remote Input: Available
Default: 300 (11.8 in) mm for LE550 models; 50.0 mm (1.97") for LE250 models
1. Access the Window Size mode.
Method Action Result
Push Button Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > TchMid > WndSize "WndSize" and the current window
size value display.
T T
Remote Input a. Double-pulse the remote input to enter T a. "REMOTE SETUP" displays.
setup mode.
T T T
b. "WndSize" and the current
b. Three-pulse the remote input to enter T T window size value display.
window size mode.
2. Set the window size.

a. "WndSize" and the new

a. Use Down and Up and to set the desired window sizethe value display.
value changes in increments of 2.
Push Button
b. Press Enter to save the new value. b. The new value flashes and
the sensor returns to "TchMid
WndSize".
Pulse the remote input 1 to 6 times to select the desired window size.
Window Size
Pulses LE250 LE550
1 1 mm 10 mm
Remote Input
2 10 mm 50 mm The new value flashes and the
(Sets A_OUT
3 50 mm 100 mm sensor returns to Run mode.
and D_OUT
window Size)
4 100 mm 300 mm
5 150 mm 500 mm
6 250 mm 800 mm
TEACH 12 mA (5 V)
The Tch12mA (Tch5V) option sets the midpoint that determines the actual measurement window.
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > TchMid > Tch12mA (Tch5V)
Button Instructions
Action Result

Present the target.
and distance measurement values display.
2. Access the TEACH 12 mA (5 V) mode and TEACH the sensor.
Action Result

TEACH Accepted

of the display and flashes before it is saved
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > TchMid > Tch12mA (Tch5V) . and the sensor returns to "TchMid
Tch12mA (Tch5V)".
TEACH Not Accepted
"FAIL" and a warning message display and

the sensor returns to "Tch Mid Tch12mA
(Tch5V)".


Action Result

value display.
Action Result

Present the target.
value display.
Action Result

TEACH Accepted
T T T T The new value displays on the second line

Four-pulse the remote input. of the display, flashes, and the sensor
T T T returns to Run mode
TEACH Not Accepted
"FAIL" flashes, the sensor returns step 2,

and "RMT TCH" displays.
3.5.3 Adjust 4 mA (0 V)
The Adj4mA (Adj0V) option manually adjusts the distance at which the Analog Output is 4mA (0 V). The value is
adjustable within the sensor's range. It is required to at least maintain the minimum window size.
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Adj4mA (Adj0V)
Remote Input: Not available
Default: 100 mm (3.94 in) for both LE250 and LE550 models
3.5.4 Adjust 20 mA (10 V)

The Adj20mA (Adj10V) option manually adjusts the distance at which the Analog Output is 20 mA (10 V). The value is
adjustable between the sensor's range. It is required to at least maintain the minimum window size.
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Adj20mA (Adj10V)
Default: 400 mm for the LE250 models; 1000 mm (39.37 in) for the LE550 models
3.5.5 Slope
The Slope option sets the slope as positive or negative. This swaps the 4 mA and 20 mA (0 V and 10 V) values.
Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Slope
Default: Positive

20 10
Analog Output (V dc)

Analog Output (mA)
Positive Positive
Slope Slope
4 0
Near Far Near Far

Window Window Window Window
Target Position Target Position
The analog current output tracks slightly beyond each window The analog voltage output tracks slightly beyond the upper
limit (from 3.8 mA to 20.2 mA) window limit (up to 10.2 V)
Figure 18. SlopeCurrent-Sourcing Models Figure 19. SlopeVoltage-Sourcing Models
1. Access the slope setting.
"Slope" and the current setting

Push Button Navigate: MENU > A_OUT > Slope
display.
T T
a. Double-pulse the remote input to enter T a. "REMOTE SETUP" displays.

setup mode.
Remote Input
T
b. "Slope" and the current setting
b. Single-pulse the remote input to access display.
A_OUT Slope.
2. Set the slope.
a. The selection flashes rapidly on the

a. Use Down and Up to change the slope between Positive display.
and Negative.
Push Button
b. Press Enter to save the selection. b. The selection is saved and the
sensor returns to "A_OUT Slope".
T The selection flashes rapidly on the

Positive slope: Single-pulse the remote input display, and the sensor returns to
Remote Input Run mode.
Negative slope: Double-pulse the remote T T
input
T
3.5.6 Loss of Signal

The LossSig option sets the Analog Output value used by the sensor during a loss of signal. When a signal is restored,
measurement resumes.
Navigate: Menu > A_Out > LossSig
Default: 3.5 mA (0 V)

Option Description
3.5 mA (0 V) The Analog Output switches to this value 2 seconds after a loss of signal. When advanced
measurements are enabled, the Analog Output is updated to this value immediately upon the
release of the trigger input. For Voltage models, this is 0 V. (Default)
20.5 mA (10.5 V) The Analog Output switches to this value 2 seconds after a loss of signal. When advanced
measurements are enabled, the Analog Output is updated to this value immediately upon the
release of the trigger input. For Voltage models, this is 10.5 V.
Hold The Analog Output holds the last value indefinitely during a loss of signal. When advanced
measurements are enabled, the last value is held across the triggered measurement periods.
The Range advanced measurement behavior is affected by the Loss of Signal option. For additional information on
advanced measurements, see Trigger on page 30. The Range advanced measurement tracks a maximum and a
minimum during the measurement period, and calculates the range as follows:
Range = maximum distance minimum distance
If the maximum and/or minimum measurements are outside of the taught setpoints, the Loss of Signal option determines
how the range is calculated.
Option Sensor Behavior in Range Mode
3.5 mA (0 V) If the maximum or minimum measurement is outside of the taught setpoints, the sensor
outputs 3.5 mA (0 V) to indicate an out of range measurement.
20.5 mA (10.5 V) If the maximum or minimum measurement is outside of the taught setpoints, the sensor
outputs 20.5 mA (10.5 V) to indicate an out of range measurement.
Hold The sensor limits the maximum and minimum measurements so that they cannot exceed the
taught setpoints.

3.6 Discrete Output Menu (D_OUT)

Use this menu to view or change
Setpoints
Midpoint
Mode
Timers MENU D_OUT D_OUT Tch2Pt Tch2Pt TchSPt1 TchSPt1 100 mm
Tch2Pt TchSPt2 TchSPt2 1000 mm
Polarity
D_OUT TchMid TchMid WndSize WndSize 300 mm
Select Menu Item TchMid TchMdPt TchMdPt 500 mm
or
D_OUT AdjSPt1 AdjSPt1 100 mm

or D_OUT Mode Mode Alarm
to Run Mode Mode Health
Mode SPt
Mode SPt
Mode Wnd
Mode Wnd
(in SPt mode only) D_OUT Thrshld Thrshld Object

Thrshld Backgrnd
D_OUT Timer Timer OffDly OffDly 100 mm

Timer Off1Sho Off1Sho 1000 mm
Timer OnDly OnDly 500 mm
Timer On1Sho On1Sho 500 mm
D_OUT Polarity Polarity PNP

Polarity NPN
Figure 20. LE550 Discrete Output Menu Map
3.6.1 Two-Point TEACH

The TchSpt1 and TchSPt2 options teach the desired switch points. When using the buttons, the switch points can be taught
independently. Both values must be taught when using the remote input.
NOTE: When in Switch mode, use TEACH Switch Point on page 25.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Tch2Pt > TchSPt1 and navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Tch2Pt > TchSPt2
Button Instructions
Action Result

Present the target. The target must be within the sensor's range..
and distance measurement value display.
2. Access the TEACH mode and TEACH the sensor.

Action Result
The selected TEACH mode and "Teaching"

display while the sensor is being taught.
TEACH Accepted
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Tch2Pt > TchSPt1
OR of the display and flashes before it is saved
and the sensor returns to the parent menu.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Tch2Pt > TchSPt2
TEACH Not Accepted

the sensor returns to the parent menu.
3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 for the other switch point, if desired.

Action Result
T "RMT TCH" and the current switch point

value displays.
Action Result

Present the switch point one target.
value display.
Action Result
"TchSPt1 Teaching" displays while the

sensor is being taught.
TEACH Accepted

T T
of the display, flashes, and the sensor goes
Double-pulse the remote input.
T to "TchSPt2" and the current
measurement value.
TEACH Not Accepted

Action Result
"TchSPt2" and the target's measurement

Present the switch point two target.
value display.

Action Result
"TchSPt2 Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted

TEACH Not Accepted

3.6.2 Midpoint TEACH
The Midpoint TEACH uses both the window size and the
TEACH midpoint to determine the actual measurement
Output ON window. For example, a window of 200 mm with a midpoint
of 600 mm places the measurement window from 500 mm to
700 mm.
Output OFF
0 mm 1000 mm To use Midpoint TEACH:
Midpoint
(600 mm) 1. Set the window size using Window Size on page 22.
SP1 SP2 2. Set the measurement window using TEACH Midpoint
(500 mm) (700 mm)
on page 23.
Figure 21. Window and Midpoint Example
The Discrete Output Midpoint TEACH and the Analog Output
Midpoint TEACH are independent settings.
Window Size
The WndSize option sets the window size that the Midpoint TEACH uses to set the setpoint one and setpoint two
thresholds.
The Midpoint TEACH will fail if one of the setpoints is beyond the measurement range. The bigger the window size, the
smaller the acceptable TEACH range.
The Discrete Output window size is a different setting than the Analog Output window size when defined using the button.
LE250 Laser Sensor LE550 Laser Sensor
Window Size Minimum 1 mm 10 mm
Window Size Maximum 250 mm 800 mm
Range 100 mm to 400 mm 100 mm to 1000 mm
Default Window Size 50 mm 300 mm
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > TchMid > WndSize
"WndSize" and the current window

Push Button Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > TchMid > WndSize . size value display.

a. Double-pulse the remote input to enter T T a. "REMOTE SETUP" displays.

setup mode.
T b. "WndSize" and the current value
Remote Input b. Three-pulse the remote input to enter display.
window size mode. T T T
T T
2. Set the window size.
a. "WndSize" and the new value

a. Use Down and Up to set the desired window sizethe
display.
value changes in increments of 2.
Push Button
b. The new value flashes and returns
b. Press Enter to save the new value. to "TchMid WndSize".
Pulse the remote input 1 to 6 times to select the desired window

size.
Window Size
Pulses LE250 LE550
1 1 mm 10 mm
Remote Input
(Sets A_OUT 2 10 mm 50 mm The new value flashes and the sensor
and D_OUT returns to Run mode.
window Size) 3 50 mm 100 mm
4 100 mm 300 mm
5 150 mm 500 mm
6 250 mm 800 mm
TEACH Midpoint
The TchMdPt option sets the midpoint that determines the actual measurement window.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > TchMid > TchMdPt
Button Instructions
Action Result

Present the target.
2. Access the TEACH midpoint mode and TEACH the sensor.

Action Result
"TchMdPt Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted

Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > TchMid > TchMdPt and the sensor returns to "TchMid
TchMdPt".
TEACH Not Accepted

the sensor returns to "TchMid TchMdPt".

Action Result

value display.
Action Result

Present the target.
value display.
Action Result
"TchMdpt Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted

T T T T T
of the display, flashes, and the sensor
Five-pulse the remote input.
T T T T returns to Run mode.
TEACH Not Accepted
"FAIL" and a warning message display, the

sensor returns to step 2, and "RMT TCH"
displays.
3.6.3 Adjust Switch Point One

The AdjSPt1 option manually adjusts the value of the switch point one threshold for the Discrete Output when the sensor is
in Window mode. The value is adjustable within the sensor's range. It is required to be maintain the minimum window size
between switch points. This menu is not available when the sensor is in Switch, Alarm, or Health mode.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > AdjSPt1
Default: 100 mm for both the LE250 and LE550 models.
3.6.4 Adjust Switch Point Two

The AdjSPt2 option manually adjusts the value of the switch point two threshold for the Discrete Output when the sensor is
in Window mode. The value is adjustable with the sensor's range. It is required to be maintain the minimum window size
between switch points. This menu is not available when the sensor is in Switch, Alarm, or Health mode.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > AdjSPt2

Default: 400 mm for LE250 models and 1000 mm for LE550 models.
3.6.5 TEACH Switch Point

The TchSPt option teaches the distance at which the switch point threshold is placed when the Discrete Output is in Switch
mode. This menu is not available when the sensor is in Window, Alarm, or Health mode.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > TchSPt
Button Instructions
Action Result

Present the target. The target must be within the sensor's range.
2. Access the switch point TEACH mode and TEACH the sensor.
Action Result
"TchSPt Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted

Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > TchSPt and the sensor returns to "D_OUT
TchSPt".
TEACH Not Accepted

the sensor returns to "D_OUT TchSPt".

1. Make sure that the sensor is in Switch mode.
Action Result

value display.
Action Result

Present the target.
value display.

Action Result
"TchSPt Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted
T T T T T The new value displays on the second line

Five-pulse the remote input. of the display, flashes, and the sensor
T T T T returns to Run mode.
TEACH Not Accepted

3.6.6 Adjust Switch Point

The AdjSPt option manually adjusts the value of the switch point threshold for the discrete output when the sensor is in
Switch mode. The value is adjustable within the sensor's range. This menu is not available when the sensor is in Window,
Alarm, or Health mode.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > AdjSPt
Default: 100 mm for the LE250 and LE550 models
3.6.7 Mode
The Mode option sets the output to the desired mode.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Mode
Default: Wnd mode
The following table describes the sensor modes.
Mode Description
Alarm Alarm Mode: The Discrete Output is Off while a target is detected by the sensor at any distance.
When a loss of signal occurs, the Discrete Output is On.
This mode has no associated thresholds.
Health Health Mode: The Discrete Output is On while a target is detected by the sensor at any distance.
When a loss of signal occurs, the Discrete Output is Off.
This mode has no associated thresholds.
SPt Switch Mode: The Discrete Output is On while a target is detected nearer than the switch point threshold.
When a target is detected farther than the switch point threshold or the signal is lost, the Discrete Output is Off.
SPt Switch Mode: The Discrete Output is Off while a target is detected nearer than the switch point threshold.
When a target is detected farther than the switch point threshold or the signal is lost, the Discrete Output is On.
Wnd Window Mode: The Discrete Output is On while a target is detected between the SPt1 and SPt2 thresholds.
(Default)
When a target is detected outside the SPt1 and SPt2 thresholds or the signal is lost, the Discrete Output is Off.
Wnd Window Mode: The Discrete Output is Off while a target is detected between the SPt1 and SPt2 thresholds.
When a target is detected outside the SPt1 and SPt2 thresholds or the signal is lost, the Discrete Output is On.


Action Result
T T
Double-pulse the remote input. "REMOTE SETUP" displays.
T
2. View the current mode.
Action Result
T T
Double-pulse the remote input. The current mode displays.
T
3. Program the sensor.
Action Result
Pulse the remote input 1 to 6 times to select the desired mode.
Pulses Mode
T
1 Alarm
T T
2 Health
T
T T T
3 Swtch
T T The selected mode flashes and the sensor
T T T T
4 Swtch
T T T
T T T T T
5 Wnd
T T T T
T T T T T T
6 Wnd
T T T T T
3.6.8 Switch Point Reference (SPtRef)

The SPtRef menu only displays for a discrete output when it is set to switch mode. The SPtRef settings, object or
background, for the two discrete outputs are set independently. This setting cannot be changed with remote teach.
Object (default). Object mode sets the switching threshold just past the location of the taught object, farther away
from the sensor's face.
Background. Background mode sets the switching threshold in front of the taught object, closer to the sensor's
face.
The distance between the surface of the taught object and the switching threshold varies depending on measurement
strength and can be affected by target distance, color, reflectivity, etc. Use object mode when teaching an object if a
change in state is required when the object is no longer present. Use background mode when teaching background so that
the output state changes when a new object is in front of the background.
Navigate: MENU > Dx_OUT > SPtRef
Default: Background

3.6.9 Timer
The Timer option sets the delays and timers.

On/Off Delays and On/Off One-Shot timers can ON
be programmed between 1 to 9999 ms (a value Output
of 0 disables the delay/timer). Figure 22 on OFF
page 28 defines how the delays/timers affect

the output behavior. D D
OFF Delay
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Timer
Remote Input: not available OFF 1-Shot D D
Default: 0 ms for all timers

ON Delay D D
ON 1-Shot D D
Time (D = 1 - 9999 ms)
Figure 22. Delays/Timers
Some combinations of delays/timers are not allowed. The programming menu automatically disables invalid combinations
of delays/timers. The following table shows the allowable combinations of delays/timers.
Off Delay Off One-Shot Timer On Delay On One-Shot Timer
Off Delay (OffDly) OK OK OK N/A
Off One-Shot Timer (Off1Sho) OK OK N/A N/A
On Delay (OnDly) OK N/A OK OK
On One-Shot Timer (On1Sho) N/A N/A OK OK
3.6.10 Polarity
The Polarity option sets the discrete output polarity to either PNP (current sourcing) or NPN (current sinking). The physical
wiring of the sensor and the sensor polarity setting must match.
Navigate: MENU > D_OUT > Polarity
Default: PNP

3.7 Input Menu (INPUT)
Use this menu to view or change the:

Multi-function input type
Active state of the remote
input
MENU INPUT INPUT Type Type Teach
Type LasrEnbl
Type Trigger
Type SyncMstr
Select Menu Item
or Type SyncSlve
Type Disabled
Go Back to Parent Menu INPUT Active Active Low

or
Press and Hold to Go Back Active High
to Run Mode
Figure 23. Input Menu Map
3.7.1 Input Type

The Type option sets the input type.
Navigate: MENU > INPUT > Type
Default: Teach
Input Type Description
Teach The remote input is used to TEACH and program the sensor. (Default)
LasrEnbl The remote input is used to control when the laser emitter is On/Off.
Trigger The remote input is used to trigger advanced measurements To enable advanced measurements, the
Input Type option must be set to Trigger (see Trigger on page 30).
SyncMstr The remote input is used as the Master Sync output to an attached Slave sensor (see Sync Master/
Slave on page 36).
SyncSlve The remote input is used as the Slave Sync input from an attached Master sensor (see Sync Master/
Slave on page 36).
Disabled The remote input is disabled.
3.7.2 Input Active

The Active option sets the active state of the remote input. Use the Active options to change the active input to Low or
High.
Navigate: MENU > INPUT > Active
Default: Low
Input Active Description
Low The remote input detects low (0 V) inputs and high-to-low transitions. (Default)
High The remote input detects high (V+) inputs and low-to-high transitions.

3.8 Measure Menu (MEASURE)

Speed
Trigger
MENU MEASURE MEASURE Speed Speed Fast
Speed Standard
Speed Medium
Speed Slow
Select Menu Item
or
Press to Save Setting MEASURE Trigger Trigger Sample
Trigger Average
Trigger Max
or Trigger Min
to Run Mode Trigger Range
Trigger TrackMax
Trigger TrackMin
Figure 24. Measure Menu Map
3.8.1 Speed
The Speed option sets the speed at which the measurement is calculated. This process uses averaging in the digital
processing of the signal to calculate the measurement. A slower speed increases the response time of the sensor but
improves the repeatability. See Figure 36 on page 40 for repeatability specifications for each speed.
Navigate: MENU > MEASURE > Speed
Default: Standard
Class 1 Laser Models Class 2 Laser Models
Speed Response Time Response Time in Sync Response Time Response Time in Sync
Mode Mode
Fast 2 ms 4 ms 2 ms 4 ms
Standard 10 ms (default) 20 ms 5 ms (default) 10 ms
Medium 30 ms 60 ms 15 ms 30 ms
Slow 100 ms 200 ms 50 ms 100 ms
3.8.2 Trigger
The Trigger option sets the advanced measurement that is calculated when a trigger event is detected on the remote
input. The analog output updates with the new advanced measurement on each trigger event. To use these Trigger
options, the sensor Input Type option must be set to Trigger; see Input Type on page 29.
Navigate: MENU > MEASURE > Trigger
Default: Sample

Trigger Description
Sample The current distance at the time of the trigger event. (Default) The Analog Output tracks the
sample values during the measuring period.
Average The averaged distance since the last trigger event.
Maximum (Max) The maximum distance since the last trigger event.
Minimum (Min) The minimum distance since the last trigger event.
Range The difference between the maximum and minimum distance since the last trigger event. For
additional information on the Range measurement behavior when the maximum or minimum
distance is outside of the taught setpoints, see Loss of Signal on page 18.
TrackMax The maximum distance since the last trigger event. The Analog Output tracks new maximum
values during the measurement period.
TrackMin The minimum distance since the last trigger event. The Analog Output tracks new minimum
values during the measurement period.
Sample
Input
Signal
Measuring Period Measuring Period

Inactive (t)
REMOTE
INPUT
Active
Hold Hold
(Active Low shown) Measurement Measurement
Figure 25. Sample
Average
Input
Signal
Measuring Period Measuring Period (t)

Inactive
REMOTE
INPUT
Active
Hold Hold
Measurement Measurement
(Active Low shown)
Figure 26. Average

Input Maximum
Signal
Minimum
Inactive
Measuring Period Measuring Period Measuring Period (t)
REMOTE
INPUT
Active
Hold Hold Hold
(Active Low shown) Measurement Measurement Measurement
Figure 27. Maximum and Minimum
(Max'-Min')
Range
Input Max'
Signal Max (Max-Min)
Min Min'

Inactive
REMOTE
INPUT
Active
Hold Hold
Figure 28. Range
TrackMax
Input
Signal
TrackMin
Inactive
REMOTE
INPUT
Active
Hold Hold
Figure 29. Track Maximum and Track Minimum
3.9 Display Menu (DISPLAY)

Display units
Display orientation
Sleep mode settings

MENU DISPLAY DISPLAY Units Units mm

Units in
DISPLAY View View Normal

View Invert
Select Menu Item
or
DISPLAY Sleep Sleep Disabled
Sleep 1min
Go Back to Parent Menu Sleep 5min
or
to Run Mode Sleep 15min
Sleep 60min
Figure 30. Display Menu Map
3.9.1 Units
The Units option sets the displayed units to millimeters (mm) or inches (in).
Navigate: MENU > DISPLAY > Units
Default: mm
3.9.2 View
The View option sets the display orientation of the sensor. For applications where the sensor must be mounted so that the
display is not right-reading, invert the display for readability. The Down and Up buttons do not change when the display is
inverted.
Navigate: MENU > DISPLAY > View
Default: Normal
Figure 31. LE550 Normal Display Orientation Figure 32. LE550 Inverted Display Orientation
3.9.3 Sleep
The Sleep option sets when the display is put to sleep. Four timing options are available: 1, 5, 15, or 60 minutes. Sleep
mode is disabled by default. Sleep occurs in Run mode and any menu. To wake the sensor and return to the last viewed
mode or menu, press any button.
Navigate: MENU > DISPLAY > Sleep
Default: Disabled

3.10 Information Menu (INFO)
MENU INFO INFO Model Model LE550I

INFO P/N P/N 86748
INFO S/N S/N F..S..P..D..
Select Menu Item INFO Version Version 1.0.0
or

or
to Run Mode
Figure 33. LE550 Information Menu Map
Use this menu to view model, part number (P/N), serial number (S/N), and firmware version (Version) information. Select
one of these options to view specific information for your sensor. This information is read-only.
Navigate: MENU > INFO
3.11 Reset Menu (RESET)
MENU RESET RESET No

RESET Yes
Select Menu Item

or

or
to Run Mode
Figure 34. Reset Menu Map
Use this menu to restore the sensor to the factory default settings. See Factory Default Settings on page 35.
Navigate: MENU > RESET. Select Yes to apply the factory defaults; select No to return to the Reset option without
changing any sensor settings.
T T T T T T T T
Remote Input: Eight-pulse the remote input T T T T T T T

3.11.1 Factory Default Settings
Analog Output LE250 LE550 Input Settings LE250 and LE550

Settings
Input Active Low
Adjust 4 mA (0 V) 100 mm 100 mm
Input Type Teach
Adjust 20 mA (10 V) 400 mm 1000 mm
Loss of Signal 3.5 mA (0 V)
Slope Positive Measure Settings LE250 and LE550
Window Size 50 mm 300 mm Speed Standard
Trigger Sample
Discrete Output LE250 LE550

Settings
Display Settings LE250 and LE550
Adjust Switch Point 100 mm 100 mm
Sleep Disabled
One
Units mm
Adjust Switch Point 400 mm 1000 mm
Two View Normal
Mode Wnd
Polarity PNP
Timer 0 ms for all timers
Window Size 50 mm 300 mm

4 Sync Master/Slave
Two LE Lasers may be used together in a single sensing application. To eliminate crosstalk between the two sensors,
configure one sensor to be the master and one to be the slave. In this mode, the sensors alternate taking measurements
and the response speed doubles.
1. Configure the first sensor as the master; navigate: MENU > INPUT > Type > SyncMstr.
2. Configure the second sensor as the slave; navigate: MENU > INPUT > Type > SyncSlve.
3. Connect the gray (input) wires of the two sensors together.
If using a combination of Class 1 and Class 2 laser models, the Class 1 laser model must be used as the master.

5 Additional Remote TEACH Procedures

5.1 TEACH Analog Output and Discrete Output Switch Points Together
Use the following procedure to teach identical Analog Output and Discrete Output switch points at the same time using the
remote input. This feature is not available using the buttons.
Action Result

value display.
Action Result
"RMT TCH"and the target's measurement

Present the switch point one target.
value display.
Action Result
"TchA&D1 Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted

T T T
of the display, flashes, and then
Three-pulse the remote input.
T T "TchA&D2" and the current measurement
value display.
TEACH Not Accepted

Action Result
"TchA&D2" and the target's measurement

Present the switch point two target.
value display.
Action Result
"TchA&D2 Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted

TEACH Not Accepted

5.2 TEACH Analog Output and Discrete Output Midpoints Together

Use the following procedure to teach an identical Analog Output 12 mA (5 V) point and Discrete Output midpoint (switch
point) at the same time using the remote input. This feature is not available using the buttons. Note that if the window
sizes were set independently (using the buttons), the windows taught using the following procedure could be different.

Action Result

value display.
Action Result
"RMT TCH"and the target's measurement

Present the midpoint (switch point) target.
value display.
Action Result
"TchA&D Teaching" displays while the

TEACH Accepted
T T T T T T The new value displays on the second line

Six-pulse the remote input. of the display, flashes, and the sensor
T T T T T returns to Run mode.
TEACH Not Accepted


6 Specifications
Supply Voltage (Vcc) Sensing Beam
12 to 30 V dc Class 2 laser models: visible red, 650 nm
Power and Current Consumption, exclusive of load Class 1 laser models: visible red, 650 nm
Normal Run Mode: 1.7 W, Current consumption < 70 mA at 24 Sensing Range
V dc LE250: 100 mm (3.94 in) to 400 mm (15.75 in)
Supply Protection Circuitry LE550: 100 mm (3.94 in) to 1000 mm (39.37 in)
Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages
Output Configuration Delay at Power Up

Analog output: 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 V, depending on model 2s
Discrete output rating: Discrete NPN/PNP is user-configurable Measurement/Output Rate
Output Ratings Class 2 laser models: < 1 ms
Discrete Output: 100 mA maximum (protected against Class 1 laser models (fast): < 1 ms
continuous overload and short circuit) Class 1 laser models (std/med/slow): < 2 ms
OFF-state leakage currentPNP: < 10 A at 30 V Ambient Light Immunity
OFF-state leakage currentNPN: < 200 A at 30 V
Class 2 laser models: > 10,000 lux
Output saturation voltagePNP outputs: < 3 V at 100 mA
Class 1 laser models: > 5,000 lux
Output saturation voltageNPN outputs: < 1.6 V at 100 mA
Analog current output (LE...I Models):1 k max. @ 24 V; Minimum Window Size, Analog and Discrete
max. load resistance = [(Vcc-4.5)/0.02 ] LE250: 1 mm (0.039 in)
Analog voltage output (LE...U Models): 2.5 k min. load LE550: 10 mm (0.39 in)
resistance Boresighting
LE250: 4 mm radius at 400 mm
LE550: 1 cm radius at 1 m
Remote Input Maximum Torque

Allowable Input Voltage Range: 0 to Vcc 2 Nm (17.7 in-lbs)
Active Low (internal weak pullupsinking current): Repeatability
High State > 4.3 V at 740 A max. See Performance Curves
Low State < 1.3 V at 800 A max.
Temperature Effect
Active High (internal weak pulldownsourcing current):
See Performance Curves
High State > 4.3 V at 1.7 mA max.
Low State < 1.3 V at 1.6 mA max. Accuracy
Analog Resolution See Performance Curves
LE250: 100 mm to 250 mm: Less than 0.02 mm Construction
LE250: 250 mm to 400 mm: Less than 0.2 mm Housing: die-cast zinc
LE550: 100 mm to 600 mm: Less than 0.5 mm Window: acrylic
LE550: 600 mm to 1000 mm: Less than 1 mm Vibration/Mechanical Shock
Analog Linearity All models meet Mil. Std. 202 G requirements method 201A.
LE250: Linearity is the less of Accuracy or 0.3% of full scale range Also meets IEC 60947-5-2.
( 0.9 mm) at any given distance
LE550: Linearity is the lesser of Accuracy or 0.5% of full scale
range ( 4.5 mm) at any given distance
Typical Beam Spot Size1 Response Time
Class 1 Laser Class 2 Laser

Models Models
Beam Fast 2 2 ms 2 ms
y Spot
Pattern Standard 10 ms 5 ms
x
Medium 30 ms 15 ms
Distance (mm) Slow 100 ms 50 ms
LE250 Models LE550 Models
100 250 400 100 550 1000
x 3.2 2.1 1.2 8.4 10.5 12.1
y 2.2 1.5 0.9 3.5 4.2 4.9
1 Beam spot size is calculated as 1.6 times the D4 measured value

2 Response time for lateral entry of object into measurement range < 5 ms

Environmental Rating Required Overcurrent Protection

IEC IP67, NEMA 6
Operating Conditions WARNING: Electrical connections
Temperature: 20 C to +55 C (4 F to +131F) must be made by qualified
Humidity: 90% at +55 C maximum relative humidity (non- personnel in accordance with local
condensing) and national electrical codes and
regulations.
Storage Temperature
30 C to +65 C (22 F to +149 F)
Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end
Application Note product application per the supplied table.
For optimum performance, allow 10 minutes for the sensor to Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing
warm up or via Current Limiting, Class 2 Power Supply.
Certifications for Class 2 Laser Models Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced.
For additional product support, go to http://
Industrial www.bannerengineering.com.
Control
Equipment
3TJJ Supply Wiring Required Overcurrent
Protection
UL Environmental Rating: Type 1
20 5.0 Amps
22 3.0 Amps
Certifications for Class 1 Laser Models
24 2.0 Amps
UL Pending
26 1.0 Amps
28 0.8 Amps
30 0.5 Amps
6.1 Performance Curves

8
0.6 Response Time
Fast (Class 1 Laser models only)
Response Time 7 Fast (Class 2 Laser models only)
REPEATABILITY ( mm)
REPEATABILITY ( mm)
0.5 Fast Standard (Class 1 and Class 2 Laser models)

Medium (Class 1 and Class 2 Laser models)
Standard 6 Slow (Class 1 and Class 2 Laser models)
Medium
0.4 Slow 5
0.3 4
3
0.2
2
0.1 1
0 0
100 200 300 400 0 200 400 600 800 1000
DISTANCE (mm) DISTANCE (mm)

Figure 35. Repeatability (90% to 6% reflectance) Figure 36. Repeatability (90% to 6% reflectance)

1.0 10
Linearity is the lesser of Accuracy or
0.9 0.3% of full scale range (+/- 0.9 mm) 9 Linearity is the lesser of Accuracy or
at any given distance. 0.5% of full scale range (+/- 4.5mm) at
0.8 8 any given distance.
Accuracy ( mm)
Accuracy ( mm)
0.7 7
0.6 6
0.5 5
0.4 4
0.3 3
0.2 2
0.1 1
0
0
100 200 300 400 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
Figure 37. Accuracy (90% to 6% reflectance) Figure 38. Accuracy (90% to 6% reflectance)
0.150 0.6
Temperature Effect ( mm / C)
0.125
Temperature Effect ( mm / C) 0.5
0.100 0.4
0.075 0.3
0.050 0.2
0.030
0.025 0.1
0 0
100 200 300 400 200 400 600 800 1000

Figure 39. Temperature Effect Figure 40. Temperature Effect

6.2 Dimensions
All measurements are listed in millimeters (inches), unless noted otherwise.
0.6 mm
[0.02]
56 mm
[2.2]
15.8 mm 26 mm
35.7 mm
[0.62] [1.02]
[1.41] Received
2x 4.5 mm dia Light 1.5 mm
[0.18] [0.06]
Measurement
Clearance for Range Reference
M4 screws
17 mm dia 24.9 mm
[0.67] [0.98]
9 mm dia 60 mm
45.9 mm 17.2 mm
[0.35] [2.36]
[1.81] [0.68]
10 mm [0.39]
17.2 mm Emitted
35.7 mm
4.6 mm [0.68] Light
[1.41]
[0.18] 11.4 mm QD orients to
[0.45] both positions
shown
46 mm
[1.81]
M12 Thread
13 mm
[0.51]

7 Troubleshooting
Message/Indicator Description Resolution
Fail/ The minimum window size is 1 mm for the The sensor automatically returns to the previous
Min Wnd LE250 models and 10 mm for the LE550 setting.
OutRnge models. One point of the adjusted or taught
window is out of range.
Fail/ The TEACH failed, the target is out of TEACH the switch point within the measurement
Out range. The target might have moved out of range.
of Range range after the TEACH process began.
Fail/ The window TEACH failed. TEACH the window within the measurement
Wnd out The window is out of the range.
of Range measurement range.
The target might have moved out of
range after the TEACH process
began.
The window is too large.
MIN Wnd The adjusted or taught window size is too The sensor automatically adjusts the window size
xx mm (xx in) small; the minimum window size is to maintain the minimum window size and
displayed. completes the adjust or TEACH operation.
OutRnge The target is out of range, too dark, or the Move the target within the measurement range.
sensor is not measuring.
Power LED is flashing The sensor input is set to laser enable and See Input Type on page 29.
green the input is not active.
Power LED is flashing The laser shut off, the Power LED flashes Contact Banner Engineering to resolve.
red red and Output LEDs flash amber at 1Hz,
and the display is blank.
The laser has experienced a fault.
Type The slave mode sensor does not see the Make sure that the master mode sensor is
Sync Slave master's pulse. configured and functioning properly. Check the
input wire connection between the master and
slave.

8 Sensor Menu Full Map (LE550 Analog/Discrete

Models)
Top Menu Sub Menus

Enter
Run
Mode MENU A_OUT A_OUT Tch2pt Tch2Pt Tch4mA Tch4mA 100 mm
Top Menu Tch2Pt Tch20mA Tch20mA 1000 mm
A_OUT TchMid TchMid WndSize WndSize 300 mm

TchMid Tch12mA Tch12mA 500 mm
A_OUT Adj4mA Adj4mA 100 mm LE Series User Interface

A_OUT Adj20mA Adj20mA 1000 mm
Enter Quick Menu Loop
(see Quick Menu diagram) A_OUT Slope Slope Positive
Slope Negative
A_OUT LossSig LossSig 3.5 mA

LossSig 20.5 mA
LossSig Hold
MENU D_OUT D_OUT Tch2Pt Tch2Pt TchSPt1 TchSPt1 100 mm

Tch2Pt TchSPt2 TchSPt2 1000 mm
D_OUT TchMid TchMid WndSize WndSize 300 mm

TchMid TchMdPt TchMdPt 500 mm

Select Menu Item D_OUT AdjSPt2 AdjSPt2 1000 mm
or
Press to Save Setting D_OUT Mode Mode Alarm
Mode Health
Mode SPt
Go Back to Parent Menu Mode SPt
or
Mode Wnd
to Run Mode Mode Wnd
(in SPt mode only) D_OUT Thrshld Thrshld Object

Thrshld Backgrnd
D_OUT Timer Timer OffDly OffDly 0 ms

Timer Off1Sho Off1Sho 0 ms
Timer OnDly OnDly 0 ms
Timer On1Sho On1Sho 0 ms
D_OUT Polarity Polarity PNP

Polarity NPN
(Continued from left)
MENU INPUT INPUT Type Type Teach Top Menu Sub Menus
Type LasrEnbl
Type Trigger
Type SyncMstr MENU DISPLAY DISPLAY Units Units mm
Type SyncSlve Units in
Type Disabled DISPLAY View View Normal
View Invert
INPUT Active Active Low
Active High DISPLAY Sleep Sleep Disabled
Sleep 1min
Sleep 5min
Sleep 15min
MENU MEASURE MEASURE Speed Speed Fast
Sleep 60min
Speed Standard
Speed Medium
Speed Slow
MENU INFO INFO Model Model LE550I
MEASURE Trigger Trigger Sample INFO P/N P/N 86748
Trigger Average INFO S/N S/N F..S..P..D..
Trigger Max INFO Version Version 1.0.0
Trigger Min
Trigger Range
Trigger TrackMax
Trigger TrackMin MENU RESET RESET No
RESET Yes
(Continued on right side)
Default Setting
NOTE: See Remote Input on page 10 for remote input options.

9 Accessories
9.1 Cordsets
All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise.
5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets with Shield
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDEC2-506 1.83 m (6 ft)

44 Typ.
MQDEC2-515 4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530 9.14 m (30 ft) Straight
M12 x 1 2
MQDEC2-550 15.2 m (50 ft) 14.5 1
3
MQDEC2-506RA 1.83 m (6 ft) 4 5
32 Typ.
MQDEC2-515RA 4.57 m (15 ft) [1.26"] 1 = Brown
2 = White
MQDEC2-530RA 9.14 m (30 ft) 3 = Blue
30 Typ.
Right-Angle [1.18"] 4 = Black
5 = Gray
MQDEC2-550RA 15.2 m (50 ft) M12 x 1

14.5 [0.57"]
9.2 Brackets
All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise.
SMBLEU 65 SMBLEL 65
Enclosed bracket Right-angle bracket
A
C
12 gauge stainless steel 12 gauge stainless steel
B
B 68 75
A C
64 28
Hole size: A = 5 with 20 adjustability, B = 4.5, C = 4.5 with 10 Hole size: A = 4.5 with 20 adjustability, B = 4.5, C = 5.7 with
adjustability 20 adjustability
SMBLEFA A
Swivel plate bracket
12 gauge stainless steel
60
56
Hole size: A = 4x 4.5

10 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.
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.

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L-GAGE LE250/550 Analog/

Discrete Laser Gauging Sensors

Easy to set up and use with a 2-line, 8-character display

WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection

Family Range Output Laser Class Connector

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1.2.1 Features and Indicators

Three LED indicators provide ongoing indication of the sensing

Power LED Indicator

Discrete Output LED Indicator

The display is a 2-line, 8-character LCD. The main screen is

Figure 2. LE550 Display in Run Mode

Down and Up Buttons

Press Down and Up to:

When navigating the menu systems, the menu items loop.

Press Enter to:

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Press Escape to:

Important: Pressing Escape discards any unsaved programming changes.

1.3 Laser Description and Safety Information

1.3 Class 2 Laser Models

For Safe Laser Use - Class 2 Lasers

Reference IEC 60825-1:2007, Section 8.2.

Figure 3. FDA (CDRH) warning label

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1.3 Class 1 Laser Models

COMPLIES WITH IEC 60825-1:2007

Figure 4. FDA (CDRH) warning label

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2.1 Sensor Orientation

Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect

2.2 Sensor Mounting

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2.3 Wiring Diagrams

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from Run Mode

See Figure 13 on page 9 See Figure 14 on page 10

Figure 12. Accessing the LE Menus

3.1 Quick Menu

20mA Pt (value) Save setting

Spt2 not available unless in

Figure 13. Quick Menu Map (Window Mode)

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3.2 Sensor Menu (MENU)

Go Back to Parent Menu MENU INFO View sensor information

Figure 14. Sensor Menu Basic Map (Analog Models)

3.3 Remote Input

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NOTE: Follow procedure for the TEACH/SET method

1x Teaching..(4mA) Tch4mA with measurement value, then to Tch20mA

1x Teaching..(20mA) Tch20mA with measurement value, then back to Run mode

2x Teaching.. (SPt1) TchSPt1 with measurement value, then to TchSPt2

2x Enter Remote Setup REMOTE SETUP

1x Slope Slope value (positive or negative)

2x Sensor Mode Mode with current value

3x Set Mode to Switch , then back to Run mode

3x Window Size WndSize with value

8x Reset to Default Settings Resets Sensor to Factory Default Settings

Figure 15. Remote Input Map

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