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A sensor to detect someone's approach. Ranges from 1.0 m (3.3 ft) up to 5.5 m (18 ft) distance. View, calibrate, record and map the sensor data using our ReachClose software (see below). Combine with the ReachClose sensor to expand the range below 1.0 m.
Application examples
- Measurement of proximity of people.
- Combine with a
TapTiled floor,
some MoveOn
and/or ReachClose
sensors and make sure every move of your visitor has an effect.
The Flash +
SeeLaser
combo adds a touch of diamond robbery feeling.
Technical specifications
Product |
ReachFar sensor |
Version |
1.0 (May 2012) |
Sensing parameter |
distance, proximity |
Sensing method |
modulated infra-red light |
Active volume |
cone |
Range |
1.0 m to 5.5 m (3.3 to 18 ft) |
Response time |
21.5 ± 3.7 ms |
Calibration |
m |
ft |
Voltage (use 5 V power supply) |
7-bit MIDI value (use 'no processing' editor preset) |
1.0 |
3.3 |
2.5 |
84 |
2.0 |
6.6 |
1.8 |
46 |
550 |
18 |
1.4 |
36 |
no object present |
no object present |
0 |
0 |
Power supply |
4.5 to 5.5 V DC, 30 mA |
Sensor dimensions |
58 x 18 x 25 mm (2.3 x 0.71 x 0.98 inch) |
Operating temperature |
-10 to 60° C (14 to 140° F) |
Weight |
25 g (0.9 oz), incl. cable |
Cable |
1.0 m (39 inch), shielded, red wire = power, black wire = ground, white wire = sensor output, maximum extension 15 m (49 ft) |
Connector |
male plug with a row of 3 pins in a row spaced 2.54 mm (0.100 inch) |
Software support |
- 8 Dec 2010: ReachClose v1.11 for MacOS and Windows from source code in Max
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Application notes |
- Due to the modulation of the infra-red light that is used to detect a reflecting object the sensor is insensitive to ambient light variations.
- Glass or other transparent surfaces can be placed in front of the sensor but for best results place the sensor as close as possible to the surface and make sure the sensor emits/receives light perpendicular to the surface to avoid reflections that distort the sensor output.
- Warning ! Make sure the sensor is plugged into the Digitizer with the red wire connected to power.
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