Wavetronix VDR24 Radar User Manual

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Installing Radar Sensors and Cables

VDR24 Radar Detection System, Rev. 1.0

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This section provides details on how to connect the radar sensors atop their 18-20 foot masts

to junction boxes at the mast bases, and to home run cables leading to the crossing equipment

bungalow where the VDR24 controller is located. Guidance on aiming the radar sensors is also

provided.
Steps for installing, aiming, and connecting the radar include the following:

4.1. Mounting the Radar Sensor to the Pole or Mast

Regardless of the type of sensor mount being used

in the installation (standard, extended, or elevated)

the sensor mount must be securely attached to the

vertical mast or pole.
Follow the steps below to correctly attach the

mount to the pole:

1. Insert ¾ inch stainless steel straps

through each of the three slots in the

sensor mount bracket.

2. Position the sensor mount on the pole so

that the head of the mount is pointing

toward the center of the intended

detection area at about a 45° angle, in a

manner where there are no obstructions

between the head of the mount and the

detection area.

3. Tighten the strap screws or clamps

securely to prevent any movement.

4.2. Attaching the Sensor to the Mounting

Bracket

1. Align the bolts on the sensor’s backplate

with the holes in the mount bracket. The

eight-pin connector receptacle on the

bottom of the sensor should be pointing

towards the ground.

2. Place the lock washers onto the bolts

after the bolts are in the mount bracket

holes.

3. Thread on the nuts and tighten so that the sensor remains in position but may still be

manipulated during the aiming steps.

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