FAQ01162 of Photomicro Sensors FAQ

FAQ No. FAQ01162

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Question

Is there an easy way to check whether the control output of the Photomicro Sensors is operating properly?

Answer

The operation can be easily checked with the following procedure using a tester.

Output method and checking procedure		Determination procedure
NPN open-collector output	A resistor is inserted between and OUT, and the voltage between OUT and is measured using a tester. R: Approx. 4.7 kΩ, 1/2W	The control output is operating property it the measurement voltage changes to low and high by the lighting turning ON or OFF. (See note.)

		Output status	Text measurement voltage
NPN collector load built-in voltage output	The voltage between OUT and is measured using a tester. R: Approx. 4.7 kΩ, 1/2W
		Output transistor ON	L: 1 V max. (residual output voltage)

PNP open-collector output	A resistor is inserted between OUT and and the voltage between and OUT is measured using a tester. R: Approx. 4.7 kΩ, 1/2W
		Output transistor OFF	H: Power supply voltage