OL5015 - Motion detector IFM - Free user manual and instructions

Type of product	Photoelectric barrier (motion detector)
Power supply	10-30 V DC
Main functions	Contactless detection of objects and materials; switching signal; programmable NC/NO output; diagnostic output
LED indicators	Green LED (ready), yellow (switched output), red (error), combinations for faults
Range	Indicated on the device label (up to 20 m depending on model)
Electrical connection	Removable screw terminal or M12 connector (depending on version); disconnect power before servicing
Mounting	On mounting bracket; align transmitter towards receiver
Sensitivity adjustment	Via push-button in programming mode; adjust with and without object for fixed or moving objects
Output programming	Long press (10s) to toggle between NC and NO
Switching output	NC or NO; max. diagnostic output load 10 mA
Diagnostics	Red LED for detection error; diagnostic output for faults (short circuit, internal fault)
Safety	Disconnect power before connection; use miniature fuse if specified; check after short circuit
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean lenses with a dry cloth; do not use solvents
Fuse	Miniature, according to datasheet (recommended)
General information	efector200 series; plug & play operation; optical sensor

Frequently Asked Questions - OL5015 IFM

How to adjust sensitivity for fixed objects?

Activate programming mode by pressing the button for about 2 seconds until the red LED flashes. Then place the object in the detection zone and press once. Remove the object and press again. The yellow and green LEDs flash alternately during adjustment. After a few seconds, the green LED lights up to confirm the adjustment.

How to adjust sensitivity for moving objects?

Activate programming mode (press 2s). Let at least two objects pass through the detection zone and press once. Repeat the operation without an object and press again. The green LED lights up when adjustment is complete.

How to program the output as NC or NO?

Press and hold the push-button for about 10 seconds until all LEDs turn off. The output then toggles from NC to NO (or vice versa). The LEDs indicate the state during programming.

What does each LED mean?

Green LED on: device operational. Yellow LED on: output switched. Red LED on: detection error (misadjustment, soiling). Yellow+red flashing alternately at 2Hz: short circuit; at 1Hz: internal error.

How to clean the detector?

Clean the lenses with a dry, non-abrasive cloth. Never use solvents or chemicals that could damage the plastic lenses.

What is the range of this detector?

The range is indicated on the device label. For most models, it can reach up to 20 meters depending on configuration and precise alignment of transmitter and receiver.

How to connect the device electrically?

First disconnect the power. Connect the wires to the removable terminal block (for version with cable gland) or to the M12 connector. Refer to the connection diagram on the label or page 17/18 of the manual. After connection, snap the terminal block in place.

What to do in case of a short circuit?

If the yellow and red LEDs flash alternately at 2 Hz, this indicates a short circuit. The diagnostic output switches immediately. After eliminating the cause, the device reactivates automatically after about 2 seconds.

How to mount the detector?

Mount the receiver (OLE-...) on a mounting bracket. Align the transmitter (OLS-...) towards the receiver and fix it in the same way. Precise alignment is necessary for optimal range.

How to reset after an internal error?

In case of an internal error (red LED on), the diagnostic output remains active. To reset, turn the device off and then on again. If the error persists, contact technical support.

USER MANUAL OL5015 IFM

Through-beam sensor OL

Function and features

The through-beam sensor detects objects and materials without contact and indicates their presence by a switched signal.

Range (r): see type label.

Electrical connection

Isolate power, then connect unit (see page 17/18 or type label). Load of the function check output (fc output): max. 10mA.

The units with cable gland have a removable terminal block with screw terminals (screws are at the base of the terminal block).

After connection of the wires the terminal block must be reinserted. Note: insert a miniature fuse according to the technical data sheet, if specified. Recommendation: check the unit for reliable function after a short cirucit.

Installation

Fix the receiver (type OLE...) in position.

Align the transmitter (type OLS-...) towards the receiver and tighten in the same way.

Maximum range is only possible with precise alignment.

NB: Commissioning

The through-beam sensor is supplied ready to operate (plug and play) set at the max. sensing range. This is sufficient if the through-beam sensor can operate with maximum excess gain (highest contrast). The following setting procedures should only be necessary in less straightforward applications, for example if partly transparent objects must be detected.

Setting of the sensitivity with stationary objects

1	Activate the programming mode of the unit. receiver transmitter Press for about 2s until the red LED flashes.
	The red LED goes out; the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately. The unit is in the programming mode.

2	Set the sensitivity with object. receiver transmitter Press once.
	The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s, then flash again alternately.
3	Set the sensitivity without object. receiver transmitter Press once.
	The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s, after approx 3s the green LED is on. The unit is in the operating mode.

You can also proceed in reverse order: first setting without the object, then with the object.

If the setting of the sensitivity is not possible (e.g. object signal and background signal are about the same), the red LED flashes after step 3 for approx. 2s. The unit then passes into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

If the setting button is not activated for 15 minutes during the programming process, the unit passes automatically into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

Setting of the sensitivity with moving objects

1	Activate the programming mode of the unit. receiver transmitter Press for about 2s until the red LED flashes.
	The red LED goes out; the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately. The unit is in the programming mode.
2	During the measurement (about 1s) allow at least two objects to move through the detection area. receiver transmitter Press once. The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s, then flash again alternately.

3	During the measurement (about 1s) allow at least two objects to move through the detection area. receiver transmitter Press once. The yellow and green LEDs go out for approx. 1s, after approx. 3s the green LED is on. The unit is in the operating mode.

If the setting of the sensitivity is not possible (e.g. object signal and background signal are about the same), the red LED flashes after step 3 for approx. 2s. The unit then passes into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

If the setting button is not activated for 15 minutes during the programming process, the unit passes automatically into the operating mode with the sensitivity being unchanged.

Setting of the maximum sensitivity

• Go into the programming mode (step 1).
• Interrupt the light beam.
• Press the setting button twice (see steps 2 and 3).

Programming the output function

receiver Press for 10s.

The red LED starts to flash fast after 2s. Then the yellow and green LEDs flash alternately. After 8s all LEDs go off, the output function has changed from light-on mode to dark-on mode (or vice versa).

Operation

Check the safe functioning of the unit. Display by LEDs and by the function check output.

LED green is lit U	Unit is ready for operation.
LED yellow is lit O	Output is switched.
LED red is lit	Error in object detection, e.g. maladjustment, soiling of the lenses.
LEDs yellow + red	Flash alternately, 2 Hz: output short-circuited. Flash alternately, 1 Hz: internal malfunction (output is not switched).

Function check output

(only for sensors with DC power supply)

• Switches in the case of incorrect object detection (error in object detection, maladjustment, soiling of the lenses) after approx. 4 s, it switches back approx. 4 s after the object is again correctly detected.
• Immediately switches in the case of a short circuit of the switching output, it switches back approx. 2 s after the fault has been rectified.
• Immediately switches in the case of an internal fault, it is only switched back by turning off the operating voltage and then on again.

Maintenance

Keep the plastic lenses of the sensor free from soiling.

For cleaning do not use any solvents or cleaning agents which could damage the plastic lenses.

Sensor with terminals

Sensor with connector

Sensor with terminals

Sensor with connector

Sensor with terminals

Sensor with terminals

Sensor with connector

Sensor with terminals