APG IRU-9400 user manual - Manual (Page 19)

Rev. B1, 3/10 IRU Series
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• Using the Utility Software
There are five windows that indicate real time sensor status:
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Distance
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Analog Output (when applicable)
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Temperature
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Communication Status
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Signal Strength (Gain Control setting 1 only)
The “distance” reading indicates the distance from the sensor face to the target
being detected. “Analog Output” status indicates the calculated value of the
analog output signal based on the target distance and the analog settings.
The “Signal Strength” window indicates how well the sensor is detecting the
target when operating in AutoSense mode (Gain Control setting 1). The signal
strength scales from 0 to 7. A value of 0 indicates a strong target signal, while
a value of 7 indicates the sensor is not able to detect a target. “AutoSense
Disabled” indicates the sensor is in manual mode (Gain Control settings of 0, 2,
or 3).