Wavetronix VDR24 Radar User Manual

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Setting Up Lanes, Zones, and Channels

VDR24 Radar Detection System, Rev. 1.0

8.2.2. Communication Parameters Tab
The Communications tab allows certain communication parameters to be set and optimized.

Normally these parameters may be left in their default settings, but those settings are provided

here for verification.
8.2.2.1. Response Delays
Response Delay is used to configure how long the sensor will

wait before responding to a message received. This is useful

for some communications devices that are unable to quickly

change transmission direction. The default value is 10

milliseconds. This value can be selected for both of the

sensor’s ports independently. The green arrow shows what

port the SSM-Rail configuration application is connected to for

control of the sensor, and is typically set to Port 1. Do not

change these values unless instructed to do so by Island

Radar engineering and support.
8.2.2.2. Data Push Settings
The VDR24 is configured to send (push) presence detection

data over Port 2. Do not change these settings unless

instructed to do so by Island Radar engineering and support.
8.2.2.3. Source Setting
Typically set to Antenna, this setting is used by Island radar

engineering and support for certain test and training functions.

Do not change this setting unless instructed to do so by Island

Radar engineering and support.
8.2.3. Advance Settings Tab
The Advance tab permits setting of certain performance filters

and failsafe modes.
8.2.3.1. Wash-out Time
The recommended setting for this parameter to its maximum

value. Future releases will disable this parameter altogether.
8.2.3.2. Weather Optimization Levels
Advanced algorithms for performance in heavy snow or

precipitation conditions are enabled by checking this

selection. It is recommended that this box be enabled

(checked).
8.2.3.3. Blind Sensor Triggers Failsafe
If a sensor happens to become totally encased in ice or sleet,

its detection performance may be adversely affected.

However, continuously operating self-check procedures can

detect this condition and force the sensor into a failsafe mode

where all detection zones revert to a ‘presence’ condition and

the Health signal from the radar is disabled (the VDR24

Health contacts open for that radar sensor). It is

recommended that this box be enabled (checked).

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