96M11626 Safety features

 Laser ON alarm indicator

The laser ON alarm indicator will start flashing after power is turned on. The lamp
will remain ON for as long as the laser light is emitting. This alarm indicator can be
General Purpose Digital Laser Sensor seen even when wearing protective goggles
.

LV Series LASER
ON
MODE SET
Laser ON alarm
Instruction Manual A
PH BH % indicator
B

 Laser emission stop input (LV-21A/21AP/51M/51MP/11A)

Laser emission can be stopped by short-circuiting
5 V DC
between the purple and blue (GND) wires when

Main circuit
LV-21A, LV-51M or LV-11A used. When LV-21AP or
51MP is used, short-circuit between the purple and
Purple
brown (12 to 24 V DC) wires to stop laser emission.

Blue
(Short circuit current 1 mA max.)
LV-21A/11A/51M
 Label location
Warning labels are attached to the sensor head, as shown below.
• LV-H32 • LV-H37/H47 • LV-H100 (Transmitter side)/
H110 (Transmitter side)
Aperture Protect Aperture Aperture
Aperture
Safety Information for LV Series housing
label label
label

Aperture
label
• This product is just intended to detect the object(s). Do not
use this product for the purpose to protect a human body or a WI
S 1
TH T
MP 104
CO D
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LIE 0.1
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Aperture
LIE 0.1 OD 0.1 TIO

part of human body.

MP 104 PR 104 UT ION O 3mW s
CO D IS R CA IAT INT ER 3.5
T TH CF RAD RE R LAS
UC 0 AN N . 21 ER STA CTO T
OD 0.1 IO N- BEAM 660nm W
TIO LAS NOT NDU PUT
N DUC
PR 104 UT O 3m s DO ICO M OUTATIO PRO
IS R CA DIATIO INT ER 3.5 SEM IMU DUR ER
TH CF RA RE R LAS MAX SE II LAS
21 ER T STA CTO T T PUL SS

• This product is not intended for use as explosion-proof

LAS NO NDU TPU N DUC CLA
DO ICO OU PRO
UM ATIO
SEM XIM DUR ER
MA SE II LAS
PUL SS
CLA WITH
S
LIE .11
MP 1040

product. Do not use this product in a hazardous location and/ UC

OD .10
PR 1040
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RA AR
N- O BE
CA DIATIOE INT SER
LA
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AM 0nm
66 W
3m s
3.5

or potentially explosive atmosphere.

R

Laser CLASS II
OR
21 SE T ST CT UT T
UC
LA NO DU TP
ON OU TION PROD

WARNING
DO
MIC UM R
SE XIM DURA SE
MA LSE II LA
PU ASS

• LV-H35F/H62F uses glass parts. Since there is the possibility warning label CL

of breakage in the case of dropping etc, take adequate care Laser CLASS II
when handling. When pressure is placed on the glass portion warning label
(the main unit detection part, the reflective surface of the • LV-H42 • LV-H52 • LV-H300 (Transmitter side)
reflector), the waterproofing of the product may be damaged
so please take great care. Aperture Aperture Aperture
label Aperture label
label
Safety precautions on laser product
Aperture
• Use of controls or adjustments or the performance of T
OD 0.1
PR 104
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ION O 3mW s H

procedures other than those specified herein may result in

IS R CA IAT INT ER 3.5 WIT
TH CF RAD RE R LAS S 1
21 ER STA CTO T LIE 0.1
LAS NOT NDU PUT DUC
MP 104
N CO D
DO ICO M OUTATIO PRO T
UC 0 AN N

WARNING
SEM IMU DUR ER ION - BEAM. 660nm
MAX SE II LAS OD 0.1 TIO
PR 104 UT ON O 3mW s
PUL SS IS R CA IATI INT ER 3.5
CLA TH CF RAD RE R LAS

hazardous radiation exposure.

21 ER STA CTO T
LAS NOT NDU PUT DUC
N
DO ICO M OUTATIO PRO
SEM IMU DUR ER
MAX SE II LAS
PUL SS
CLA

• The LV series product uses a laser diode as a light source. Laser CLASS II
warning label Aperture
Specifications of the laser diode change depending on the model.
WITH
S
LIE .11
MP 1040
CO
T AND .
UC ONN AM nm
OD .10 TIIO N- O BE 660 W
PR 1040 UT 3m s

Refer to the tables below. IS R CA DIATIOE INT ER 3.5

TH CF RA LAS
21 R STAR R T
SE T CTO UT UC
LA NO DU TP
DO ON OU TION PROD
MIC UM
SE XIM DURA ER
MA LSE II LAS
PU ASS
CL

LV-H32, H35, H37, H42, H47, Laser CLASS II

Sensor head H52, H62, H64, H65, H67, H35F, LV-H41, H51 warning label
H62F, H100, H110, H300 • LV-H35/H62/H67 • LV-H64/H65
Wavelength 660 nm 785 nm Aperture Aperture Aperture Aperture
label
Laser class Class II Laser Product Class I Laser Product label
FDA
Output 3.0 mW 2.5 mW
Laser class Class 2 Laser Product Class 1 Laser Product
IEC
Output 1.0 m 0.3 mW S 1
WI
LIE 0.1
TH
MP 104
S 1
WI
LIE 0.1
TH

MP 104 CO D
T
T
CO D UC 0 AN N
UC 0 AN N OD 0.1 IO - BEAM. 660nm
TIO
OD 0.1 IO - BEAM. 660nm
TIO PR 104 UT ION O 3mW s
PR 104 UT ION O 3mW s IS R CA IAT INT ER 3.5
IS R CA IAT INT ER 3.5 TH CF RAD RE R LAS
TH CF RAD RE R LAS 21 ER STA CTO T
21 ER STA CTO T LAS NOT NDU PUT DUC
N
LAS NOT NDU PUT
N DUC DO ICO M OUTATIO PRO
DO ICO M OUTATIO PRO SEM IMU DUR ER
SEM IMU DUR ER MAX SE II LAS
MAX SE II LAS PUL SS

 Warning labels
PUL SS CLA
CLA

Laser CLASS II
• IEC CLASS 2 • Laser CLASS II warning labels(FDA CLASS II) warning label
• LV-H35/H62/H67
Aperture label

• IEC (French) CLASS 2 The FDA warning label has already been stuck. Aperture T
OD 0.1
MP 104
CO D
UC 0 AN
TIO
N
WI
S 1
LIE 0.1
TH

.
IO N- BEAM 660nm W
PR 104 UT O 3m s
IS R CA DIATIO INT ER 3.5
TH CF RA RE R LAS
21 ER T STA CTO T T
LAS NO NDU TPU N DUC
DO ICO OU PRO
UM ATIO
SEM XIM DUR ER
MA SE II LAS
PUL SS

• Aperture label
CLA

Laser CLASS II warning label

AVOID EXPOSURE
LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED  Safety consideration
FROM THIS APERTURE.
• Follow the instructions mentioned in this manual. Otherwise,
injury to the human body (eyes and skin) may result.
• Protective housing label
• DIN Klasse 2 • Do not disassemble this product. Laser emission from this
CAUTION LV-H32 only product is not automatically stopped when it is disassembled.
LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. Precautions on Class I/1 Laser Products
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. • Do not stare into the direct or specularly reflected beam.
Precautions on Class II/2 Laser Products
WARNING • Do not stare into the direct or specularly reflected beam.
• Be careful of the path of the laser beam. If there is a possibility
that the operator may be exposed to the specular or diffuse
reflections, block the beam by installing a protective
enclosure.
• Install this produ so that the path of the laser beam is not as
the same height as that of human eye.
.

1 LV Series-IM_E
 „ LV-H51/H52 „ LV-H35/H62/H67
Part Names

Amplifier
Transmitter
Bar LED Monitor
The current value of received light
intensity is displayed relative to the Transmitter, Receiver
setting value, within the range -15% to
+15%.
Detection is generally stable when the
15%– 10%– 5%– Setting -5%– -10%– -15%– received light intensity is at least ±10% Receiver
value different to the setting value, which is
represented by the center bar of the
LED monitor.
Light is Light is Light is Light is
steadily
received
irregularly
received
irregularly
interrupted
steadily
interrupted
The illustration shows „ LV-H64/H65 „ LV-H35F/H62F
an example of a
NOTICE received light
intensity of +5%.

Received light intensity monitor

• Displaying received light intensity
• Displaying excess gain Transmitter, Receiver
• Displaying the hold value Transmitter, Receiver
Bar LED monitor MODE button
Displaying excess gain M • Switching displays
• Switching channels „ LV-H100/H110
• Displaying various settings
Calibration indicator Transmitter side (T) Receiver side (R)
SET button
Peak hold
MODE SET S Set up sensitivity
display indicator
Bottom hold PH BH % Excess gain indicator
display indicator
A
B
Laser ON UP/DOWN button Black cable
Output Setting monitor Gray cable
alarm indicator button • Displaying
Output A Channel setting values • Changing setting Receiver Blue
Transmitter Red
indicator indicator • Displaying values
settings • Selecting between
various settings
Output B
indicator „ V-H300
Transmitter side (T) Receiver side (R)
Sensor head
„ Bar LED monitor (sensor head)
When A, which is closer to the amplifier, is ON, the monitor displays the excess gain
of output A. When B is ON, the monitor displays the excess gain of output B.

Bar Graph LED monitor

Gray cable Black cable
(Interlocked with amplifier)
Red
Transmitter Receiver Blue
Light is steadily +10% - The indicator turns on according to
received the difference between the
Setting value received light intensity and the
setting value. The current level of Slit for sensor head (Option for LV-H41/H42/H47/H51/H52)
detection stability can be
Light is steadily -10% - determined from this difference.
interrupted Use in accordance with the distance and target.
Display excess gain
on Bar LED monitor
If detection becomes unstable (light cannot be "steadily received" • Attaching the slit • LV-H41/H42 • LV-H51/H52
or "steadily interrupted") due to a change in the surroundings or Attach the slit to the transmitter
the target, or for any other reason, readjust the sensitivity. • Removing the slit
Remove the slit by lifting up the
pin on the slit with a screwdriver.
„ LV-H32
Adjust the beam spot size by turning the Focus lock
Transmitter
focus ring. After completing the
adjustment, fix by turning the focus lock • LV-H47
screw.

Focus ring

Receiver

„ LV-H37/H47 „ LV-H41/H42 Accessories

Transmitter Transmitter Amplifier
Receiver
Amplifier Mounting bracket End unit
(LV-21A/21AP/51M/ (LV-22A/22AP/52/52P
Receiver 51MP/11A only) only)

LV Series-IM_E 2
Sensor head „ LV-H62
Reflector Mounting bracket
„ LV-H32 Mounting bracket
main body
Plastic driver Mounting bracket Board nut
M3 x 18 screw:2
Mounting bracket
main body
Board nut
M3 x 18 screw:2

„ LV-H64/H65
Reflector Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
„ LV-H35 main body
Board nut
Mounting bracket M3 x 18 screw:2
Mounting bracket
main body
Board nut
M3 x 18 screw:2
„ LV-H67
Reflector Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
„ LV-H37 main body
Board nut
Mounting bracket M3 x 18 screw:2
Mounting bracket
main body
Board nut
M3 x 18 screw:2

„ LV-H35F/H62F
Reflector Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
main body
Board nut
„ LV-H41/H42 M3 x 22 screw:2
Slit (black, gray) Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
main body
Board nut Supplied only with
M3 x 18 screw:2 LV-H62F

„ LV-H100/H110
Transmitter side (T) Receiver side (R)

„ LV-H47
Slit (black, gray) Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
main body
Board nut
M3 x 18 screw:2
Gray cable Black cable

„ LV-H300
Transmitter side (T) Receiver side (R)

„ LV-H51/H52
Slit

Gray cable Black cable

Input/Output Circuit Diagram

z LV-11A/21A/51M z LV-22A/52 z Laser radiation interruption z Analog output circuit

Brown (Main unit only) diagram for monitor
12 to 24 V DC Black
Black External tuning input circuit (LV-51M/51MP)
protection circuit

Load 5 to 40 V DC Load
(Control diagram
Overcurrent

5 to 40 V DC
protection circuit

(Control output A)
output A)
Main circuit

Overcurrent
Main circuit

White Load 5 to 40 V DC White LV-21A/11A/51M

(Control output B) Load
(Control 5 to 40 V DC 5 V DC Orange
Purple(Laser radiation interruption input) output B) Protection
Output for
Main circuit

circuit
Pink(External tuning input)* monitor
Main circuit

(1 to 4 V)
0 V DC
Blue Blue
* LV-51M (monitor output) only is orange. Purple or Pink 0V

(Short circuit current Blue

1 mA max.)

z LV-11A/21A/51M z LV-22A/52 LV-21A/11A/51M

Brown 12 to 24 V DC
12 to 24 V DC 12 to 24 V DC
protection circuit

Black Load Brown

Overcurrent

protection circuit

(Control output A)
Main circuit

Overcurrent
Main circuit

White Black
Main circuit

Load Load
(Control output B) (Control
output A) Purple or Pink
Purple
White
(Laser radiation interruption input) Load
Pink* (Control
(External tuning input) output B) (Short circuit current
0 V DC
Blue 2 mA max.)
* LV-51MP (monitor output) only is orange.

3 LV Series-IM_E
 „ Mounting the transmission type
Mounting Amplifiers
1 Insert the two connectors into the amplifier unit and lock them
„ Mounting and detaching amplifiers to and from the DIN with the lever. Insert the transmitter side connector (with gray
cable) into the light gray lever side, and insert the receiver side
rail mounting bracket connector (with black cable) into the dark gray lever side. Route
Hook the claw on the rear of the amplifier onto the mounting bracket of the DIN rail,
then hook the front claw on the bracket while pressing the amplifier forward. To the cable underneath the lever and close the dust cover.
detach the amplifier, unhook the front claw by simultaneously lifting and pushing the
amplifier forward. Receiver side
(black cable)
Mounting Detaching Side mounting
M

PH BH %

A
B

Transmitter side
(gray cable)

To shorten the sensor head cable

„ Mounting additional amplifiers
The number of expansion units that can be mounted to the side of main unit
(LV-11A/21A/51M) is as shown below. Point When the cable length of the sensor head is changed, be sure to
connect the amplifier to check that it operates correctly.
Up to 7 LV-22A, LV-52, AP-V42
Up to 14 FS-T2/M2/V12/V22/PS-T2/ES-M2 1 Push the upper tab of the connector in the direction of arrow (1)
and open it in the direction of arrow (2) to remove the cables.
1 Remove the protective cover on the
side of the amplifier. (1)
(2)
2 Mount expansion units one by one to
the DIN rail.
3 Slide one expansion unit toward the
main unit or other unit. Align the front
claws of the units and push them
together until you hear a click.
Remove the protective cover 2 Cut the cables to the appropriate length, and manipulate the end
of the cables as shown in the figure below.
4 Secure the units together by pushing • Twist the silver shielded wire about five times so it does not ravel, and bend it
90° to the side.
the end units (included with the
expansion unit) from both sides.

Align the claws. 90°

Cable
End unit. (incl. with core
Main unit expansion units)
Expansion units 10 mm min.
Shield wire

3 Insert the cable with the shield wire bent at 90°C, then bend the
shield wire in the direction of the arrow along the groove. Match
the color of the connector to the color of the shield wire.

Up to 14 expansion units can be added.

Red
* The sticker on the right is included with
the expansion unit. Attach this sticker
near the amplifier.

White

4 Close the connector, and lock it by pushing down the top.

„ Detaching amplifiers
1 Take off the end unit.
2 Slide the expansion units. Remove them one by one from the DIN
rail.
Important • When connecting several amplifiers, always use a DIN rail and
end unit.
• Take care to turn the power off before connecting/ 5 Using nippers or a similar tool, trim the wires sticking out from
disconnecting amplifiers. the connectors.
• Do not remove the protective cover from the expansion
connector of the outermost unit.
• Do not detach multiple units from the DIN rail while they are
still connected to each other.
• If several units are connected, check that the ambient
temperature is appropriate. “Specifications” (page 8).

Mounting the Sensor Head

Point Do not install the connectors more than two times. If the
installation exceeds twice, purchase OP-27934 separately.
„ Mounting the reflection type If "brk" appears on the amplifier even when using pliers to crimp
the connector, press the cable (part A) between the metallic
1 Insert the connector into the amplifier and lock it with the lever. contacts with a thin tool such as a flathead screwdriver to crimp
the cable more firmly.
Pass the cable underneath the lever and close the dust cover.
Metallic
contact

Cable

Part A Metallic
contact

LV Series-IM_E 4
 Sensitivity Adjustment Differentiation Mode (page 6)
„ Two-point tuning „ Setting sensitivity
Quickly press S once, to set sensitivity to its maximum value.
1 With no target in place, press the S Perform fine-tuning adjustments using or , or refer to the details on hold
button lightly. MODE SET display below.
PH BH %

A
B
„ Received light intensity monitor
2 Put a target in place and press the The received light intensity monitor displays the amount of differentiation. Use hold
mode switching with hold display ON.
S button again lightly.
PH BH %
MODE SET
„ Output state
Received light
intensity A
B
UP edge DOWN edge
The setting value
The setting value is is displayed. D.ON N.C. output N.C. output
adjusted to the
midpoint of the L.ON N.O. output N.O. output
Setting difference in received
value light intensity when the
Differentiation Mode Detection (UP/DOWN edge)
target is absent and Reference
present. Detects only sudden changes in received light intensity within a
Time certain time interval.
• UP edge detection : Output is turned ON when light intensity
increases by more than the setting value
„ Maximum sensitivity setting within a fixed time interval.
For the reflection type sensor, adjust the sensitivity without using target. For the • DOWN edge detection: Output is turned ON when light intensity
transmission type sensor, adjust the sensitivity by using target. decreases by more than the setting value
within a fixed time interval.
Reflection type
1 According to the directions on the To achieve stable detection in differentiation mode, changes in
left, press the S button for 3 received light intensity resulting from the presence or absence of the
target must be greater than the changes in received light intensity
seconds or more. MODE SET

No target
PH BH %
resulting from dust or vibration.
A
B

Transmission type 2 Confirm that the calibration indicator Fine Adjustment of Setting Values
(orange LED) and setting monitor
(green LED) are flashing. The values displayed on the calibration LED monitor can be changed by pressing
MODE SET
Target is used. (to increase sensitivity) or (to decrease sensitivity). This allows you to
PH BH %
fine-tune your setting values.
A
B

3 Release the S button.

Point If you press the S button accidentally while performing a fine
„ Automatic tuning adjustment of your setting values, a sensitivity calibration will
start automatically and prevent you from continuing your fine
1 Pass a target through the optical
adjustment until the calibration is completed. If this happens,
press the S button again to cancel the setting and start your
axis while pressing the S button. fine adjustment again.
The value may not change by 1 digit during fine-tuning
2 Confirm that the calibration indicator adjustments. This is not a malfunction.
(orange LED) and setting monitor
(green LED) are flashing.
MODE SET Selecting Display Modes
PH BH %

A
B

The display changes each time the M MODE button is pressed.

3 Release the S button. The received light intensity/excess gain hold display appears only after peak/
MODE SET
bottom hold is selected in the hold mode.
PH BH %
Received light
intensity A
B
Light intensity display
MAX
The setting value
is displayed. M Press this button once. M Press this button once.
The setting value is
adjusted to the midpoint
Setting of the difference in
value received light intensity PH BH %
when the target is Excess gain old Light intensity
MIN absent and present. display When hold display hold display
is selected
Time

If the setting does not work well, perform the two-point tuning.
Display Peak or
PH BH % Bottom PH BH %
„ Positioning tuning
Excess gain display(%)
1 With no target in place, press the S
button lightly (orange LED lights
up). MODE SET

PH BH % PH BH %
A
B
M Press this button once. M Press this button once.

2 Place a target in the position where For more information about hold display, refer to "Mode Setting" (p. 6).
it should stop. You cannot select the excess gain display when the standard light intensity is set.

z Setting value display

MODE SET

PH BH %

A
B
Displays setting value.

3 Press the S button for 3 seconds or z Received light intensity display

more until the calibration indicator Displays received light intensity.
(orange LED) and setting monitor
(green LED) are flashing. z Excess gain display
MODE SET Shows the received light intensity as a percentage of the setting value (setting
Received light PH BH % value = 100%).
intensity A
B This display cannot be shown when the standard light intensity display is
selected.
Setting The setting value is
value adjusted to turn on the
sensor when the target Point The displayed value for excess gain is 0 when the excess gain is
arrives at the place less than 1%.
where it should stop.

Time

5 LV Series-IM_E
 Mode Setting
Light intensity Received light
hold display intensity

If you press the M button for three seconds or more when either or is displayed, you can display the values of various settings.
Each setting can be adjusted separately for channel A and channel B.

Reference
When the M button is pressed for 3 seconds or more during mode setting, the display returns to the received light intensity display.

1. Initial display
MODE SET

PH BH % *LV-51M/52/51MP/52P only
A
B
1-1. Setting the standard 1-1. Setting the standard light intensity:( AB for both
light intensity outputs A and B )
Press M for three seconds or more. MODE SET

PH BH % Select a standard light intensity by using or .

A

2. Switching power mode:( AB for both outputs A and B )

B When you select OFF and press M once lightly,
2. Selecting power mode the menu moves to 2.
MODE SET
Select a power mode to use for or . MODE SET

PH BH %
MODE SET PH BH %
A Set to this mode for detecting
B • FINE PH BH %
A
B
A
B
high-speed targets.
MODE SET

Set to this mode for 1) 2)

• TURBO PH BH %

A
B
regular detection work.
1) A: Displays the data in accordance with
Press M once lightly.
• SUPER PH BH %
MODE SET

Set to this mode when the received light intensity

A
B there is insufficient light. b: Displays the data in accordance with
the interrupted light intensity
Be sure to adjust the sensitivity again after switching
POWER mode. 2) 5: Standard light intensity is set to 500.
10: Standard light intensity is set to 1000.
3. Selecting detection method 3. Switching detection mode:(Skipped during the 20: Standard light intensity is set to 2000.
MODE SET standard light intensity setting is in progress.) 30: Standard light intensity is set to 3000.
PH BH %

A
B Select a detection mode to use for or . Press M once lightly.
Ex. When the standard light intensity is 500.
MODE SET
Set this mode for regular
• STANDARD 1 PH BH %
detection work. A-5 b-5
A
B
State Displays the received Displays the interrupted
MODE SET

Use this mode to increase light intensity light intensity

• STANDARD 2 A
PH BH %

hysteresis.
B

Receive all light

M
MODE SET

Press once lightly. • DIFFERENTIATION PH BH %

Detects the UP edge of 500 0
(UP edge detection) A
B
received light change.
MODE SET

• DIFFERENTIATION PH BH %
Detect the DOWN edge Interrupt half light
(DOWN edge detection) A
B
received light change. 250 250
Differentiation Mode Detection (page 5)
Interrupt all light
4. Selecting display shift 4. Switching display shift 0 500
MODE SET
By pressing S once, the received light intensity
PH BH %
display will shift to a value of 0. Also, fine adjustments
A
B
of display shift can be done using or .
Received light 1-2. Registering the standard 1-2. Registering the standard light intensity
intensity after shift light intensity :( AB for both outputs A and B )
MODE SET MODE SET

PH BH %
PH BH %
Press the S button in the state that no target is set.
A

Press M once lightly. A

B When the SET indication flashes quickly, the setting
B
is completed.
Amount of shift
NOTE Setting values will also shift. Press M once lightly.

*To set the shift value to 0, press and

together.
1-3. Changing the number 1-3. Changing the number of display digits
5. Selecting hold mode 5. Hold mode switching of display digits :( AB for both outputs A and B )
MODE SET MODE SET
Select a hold mode to use for or .
PH BH % PH BH % The last digit of digital display can be set to
A
B • NO HOLD A
B non-display.
MODE SET

PH BH
Display is not held Select a value to be displayed in the digital display
%
PH BH (green) by using or .
A
B Press M once lightly.
• PEAK HOLD Ex. When A-5 is selected in 1-1
MODE SET
Peak value is held MODE SET MODE SET

Press M once lightly. PH

A
B
BH % on the display
PH BH
PH BH % PH BH %

A A
B B

To "2. Selecting power mode"

• BOTTOM HOLD
MODE SET
Minimum value is held
PH BH % on the display
A
B
PH BH

6. Selecting timer mode 6. Switching timer mode

MODE SET
Select a timer mode to use for or .
PH BH %
MODE SET
A
Set to this mode for Point When the standard light intensity is set, the detection mode is
B
• NO TIMER PH BH %

A
B
regular detection work. fixed to "Standard Detection 1"
MODE SET

Use for output OFF

• OFF DELAY PH BH %

delay
M
A

Press once lightly. B

MODE SET

Use for output ON

• ON DELAY PH

A
BH %

delay
B

MODE SET

Selecting no timer
• ONE SHOT PH

A
BH %
Use for one-shot output
B

7. Timer setting 7. Timer setting

MODE SET
Set the timer for or .
PH BH %
MODE SET MODE SET
A
B PH BH % PH BH %

A A
B B

Press M once lightly.

Min. 1 ms to max. 9999 ms

* It is possible to perform detection work while changing mode settings. To do this, switch the monitor to display received light intensity.

LV Series-IM_E 6
 Initializing Settings (Initial Reset) Selecting Channels
All settings can be reset to their original values (factory defaults). The LV Series can perform two different types of sensitivity settings.
This can be done only when the operation button is not locked.
MODE SET
1 Press or quickly
while holding down M .
1 In the state of the received light intensity display, press S five
times, while pressing M . PH BH % 2 Channel indicator for set up
mode starts flashing.
MODE SET A
B
3 Release M .
PH BH %
One of the two channel indicators
A will start flashing.
B

2 When is displayed on the digital LED monitor, press S

Point While tuning sensitivity or setting modes such as power mode, it
once. is not possible to select channels.
(When is pressed here instead of S , the monitor returns to the received
light intensity display without being reset)

MODE SET Selecting Output Mode

PH BH %
Three types of output modes can be selected.
A
B MODE SET Switch Output A Output B

L.ON
PH BH
3 is displayed on the setting monitor for three seconds and
% (Output ON when light is received)

then is displayed. Initialization is now complete. The A

B L.ON D.ON
received light intensity display will appear on the monitor again. (Output ON when (Output ON when
light is received) light is interrupted)
MODE SET MODE SET
Output switches
D.ON
(Output ON when light is interrupted)
PH BH % PH BH %

A A
B B

Key Lock
Initial settings
The operation button can be locked to prevent anyone accidentally touching the
Output A / Output B operation button and changing settings.

Standard light intensity setting*1 OFF „ Turning on Key Lock

Press or for three seconds or more while pressing M.
Power mode*2 TURBO will start flashing on the display.

Detection methods Standard output 1 „ Releasing Key Lock

Press or for three seconds or more while pressing M.
Display shift Shift value: 0 will start flashing on the display.

When Key Lock is on, all settings except selecting display, selecting
Hold mode No hold display output and display settings remain disabled until Key Lock is released.

Timer mode No timer

Timer 10 ms
Adjusting Sensitivity via External Signals (External Tuning)
Output setting D. ON: 46, L. ON: 50 (52 for LV-H62)
This is the function of the LV-11A/21A/21AP. You cannot use this function with
*1: LV-51M/52/51MP/52P only LV-51M/51MP.
*2: For LV-51M/52/51MP/52P, FINE only
1 Lock the operation button MODE SET

Point The value for the timer is only effective when timer mode is set to PH BH %

A
a setting other than "NO TIMER (OFF)." B

Error Messages Important The operation button must be locked to perform external tuning.

If any of the following errors appear on the LED display, check the amplifier or
sensor unit according to the countermeasures listed below. 2 Connect the pink cable to a switch or PLC.

Error message Problem description

The sensor head is not
Countermeasures
Check for an open circuit in the
3 Making a short circuit between the pink cable and blue cable has
the same effect as pressing S .
brK connected, sensor is inserted in
a wrong connector, or the sensor
head cable, and that the sensor
is connected to the correct
head cable has an open circuit. connector. LV-21A/11A LV-21AP
Brown Brown
ouLd Excessive current in output
cable.
Check the load and adjust to
within rated values.
+V +V

Err Data error Perform the initial reset. Blue

Pink
0V Pink
Blue
0V

If an error message other than the above is displayed, contact KEYENCE.

Point Minimum input time is 20 ms.

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 Caution on usage of QL (LV-20A only) Mutual Interference Suppression
The LV Series is equipped with a mutual interference suppression function. Please
Important • When you want to monitor the received light intensity in a PLC note, however, that this mutual interference suppression function will not work when
using the KEYENCE QL-R01, note that the indication will be two main units are used together.
limited in the range of 0 to 4095, and that the threshold value
that can be written in LV using the QL-R01 is up to 4095
(common to all of FINE, TURBO and SUPER TURBO).
• Monitoring of the received light intensity and writing of the Point When additional sensor head units are installed, mutual
threshold value using QL-R01 are possible in the LV-20A only. interference suppression allows the units to be positioned close
• Up to eight expansion units can be mounted on the QL-R01 together. The number of units with which mutual interference
provided all the expansion units are the LV-20A. Refer to suppression will work depends on the selected power mode.
"Mounting additional amplifier" (page 4) and the instruction
manual for the QL-R01. Power mode FINE TURBO SUPER
• LV requires two QL channels because a single LV unit has two No. of units free Not possible 2* 4*
output channels.
* Total (main unit plus expansion units
• Restrictions due to compliance with EMC Directive:
When linking four LVs or more to the QL-R01, install a ferrite
core to the root of the QL-R01 cable.
Interruption of Laser Radiation
A short circuit between the purple and blue conductors will cause laser radiation to
be interrupted (min. input time: 20 ms).

LV-11A/21A/51M LV-21AP/51MP
12-24 V DC
5 V DC Brown

Main circuit

Main circuit
Purple Purple

Brown
(Short circuit current 1 mA max.) (Short circuit current 2 mA max.)

Point This function is available only with the main unit.

Even when expansion units (LV-22A/22AP/52/52P) are connected,
laser radiation stops only from the main unit.

Specifications

Amplifier unit

NPN output LV-21A LV-22A LV-20A LV-11A LV-51M LV-52

Model
PNP output LV-21AP LV-22AP - - LV-51MP LV-52P
Supported sensor head LV-H32/H35/H37/H42/H47/H52/H62/H64/H65/H67/H35F/H62F LV-H41/H51 LV-H100/H110/H300
Class I Laser
FDA (CDRH) 21CFR Part1040.10 Class II Laser Product Class II Laser Product
Product
Laser Class
Class 1 Laser
IEC60825-1 Class 2 Laser Product Class 2 Laser Product
Product
Expansion unit Expansion unit Expansion unit
Main unit/expansion unit Main unit Main unit Main unit
(1 line) (0 line) (1 line)
FINE: 80 μs FINE: 500 μs FINE : 80 μs
Response time TURBO: 500 μs 280 μs to 4.7 ms(1) TURBO: 2 ms TURBO: 500 μs
SUPER: 4 ms SUPER: 8 ms SUPER: 4 ms
Operation mode LIGHT-ON/DARK-ON (switch selectable)
Indicators Output display x 2, Digital LED monitor (light intensity monitor, setting monitor), Bar LED monitor, Laser ON alarm indicator
STANDARD 1, STANDARD 2, UP edge, DOWN edge, separate settings for ch A/B
Detection modes
(Except the mode in which the standard light intensity setting is in progress)
Timer function OFF DELAY/ON DELAY/ONE SHOT, separate settings for ch A/B, timer 1 to 9999 ms variable
Laser emission stop input Stop during laser radiation, input time: at least 20 ms.(Main unit only)
External tuning input Input time: at least 20 ms (LV-51M/51MP do not support this item)
NPN output NPN open-collector x 2 ch, max. 100 mA (40 V max.), residual voltage 1 max.
Control output(2)
PNP output PNP open-collector x 2 ch, max. 100 mA (30 V max.), residual voltage 1 max.
Analog output for monitor 1 to 4 V voltage output, 1 to 4 V across load resistance of at least 20 kΩ for FINE indication 0 to 3000 (LV-51M/51MP only)
Protection circuit Reverse-polarity protection, overcurrent protection, surge absorber
Power voltage DC 12 to 24V ±10% max., Ripple (P-P) 10% max.(3)
Rating Power consumption
1.5 W (12 V:125 mA, 24 V:62.5 mA)
(current consumption)
Ambient temperature -10 to +55 °C (14 to 131 °F), No freezing(4)
Environmental
resistance Relative humidity 35 to 85%, No condensation
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double-amplitude in X, Y, and Z direction: 2 hours per axis
Materials Main body & cover: Polycarbonate
Weight (incl. 2-m cable) Approx. 120 g Approx. 75 g Approx. 35 g Approx. 120 g Approx. 120 g Approx. 75 g

(1) For use with FS-R0 as main unit. If you wish to use the QL-R01 as the main unit, contact KEYENCE.
(2) No control output cable for LV-20A
(3) The power for LV-20A/22A/22AP/52/52P is supplied from the main unit.
(4) With additional units connected, the allowable ambient temperature range varies as follows.
2 to 5 units connected: -10 to +50°C (14 to 122°F)
6 to 7 units connected: -10 to +45°C (14 to 113°F)
To connect additional units they must be mounted on a DIN rail (metal DIN rail). Make sure that output current is 20 mA. max.
Note also that the expansion unit cannot be used as it is.

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 Specifications
Sensor head specifications 1

Model LV-H32 LV-H35 LV-H37 LV-H42 LV-H47 LV-H52 LV-H62 LV-H67

Light source Visible red semiconductor laser, Wavelength: 660 nm, Output: 3.0mW(FDA), 1.0mW(IEC), Pulse duration: 3.5 μs
FDA (CDRH)
Class II Laser Product
Laser Class Part1040.10
IEC60825-1 Class 2 Laser Product
Supported amplifier unit LV-21A / 22A / 20A / 21AP / 22AP
250 mm 15 to 120 mm
FINE 30 to 250 mm 150 mm (Slit black: 150 mm) (Slit: 20 to 60 2m 20 m
(Slit gray: 100 mm) mm)
500 mm 15 to 180 mm
Detection TURBO 30 to 500 mm 300 mm (Slit black: 300 mm) (Slit: 20 to 80 5m 30 m
70±15 mm 55 to 85 m
distance (Slit gray: 200 mm) mm)
30m
1000 mm 15 to 240 mm
(When OP-42198
SUPER 30 to 1000 mm 600 mm (Slit black: 600 mm) (Slit: 20 to 100 7m
is
(Slit gray: 400 mm) mm)
used: 50 m)

Detection distance
Detection distance 150 mm Detection distance <Typical>*1
Area width: approx. 37mm 35 mm approx. Ø1.5 mm 20 m
max.300 mm approx. Ø50 μm approx. 21 mm
Beam spot shape approx. Ø2 mm (Slit black: approx. 19 mm) Area width: (Distance 1 m approx.10x3 cm
Spot diameter: (distance 70 mm) (distance 70 mm)
(Slit gray: approx. 7 mm) approx. 25 mm max) 30 m
0.8 mm max.
Thickness: 1 mm max. (Slit: approx.9 mm) approx.15x4 cm
Indicator Laser ON alarm indicator: green LED, Level indicator: green x 2, red x 1 (level indicator displays excess gain from 90 to 110%)
Ambient illumination Incandescent light: 10,000 lx max. Sunlight: 20,000 lx max.
Environmental Ambient temperature -10 to +55°C (14 to 131°F), No freezing
resistance Relative humidity 35 to 85%, No condensation
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude in X, Y and Z directions: 2 hours per direction
Case Glass-reinforced resin
Transmitter: Acrylic Transmitter: Glass Transmitter: Glass
Materials Lens (cover) Norbornene resin Polyarylate Polyarylate Norbornene resin
Receiver: Polyarylate Receiver: Polyarylate Receiver: Polyarylate
Others - Slit: Polyacetal Reflector: Acrylic, Polycarbonate
Cable length 2m
Weight (including cable) approx. 45 g approx. 55 g approx. 45 g

Sensor head specifications 2

Model LV-H64 LV-H65 LV-H41 LV-H51 LV-H35F LV-H62F LV-H100 LV-H110 LV-H300
Visible red semiconductor laser Invisible infrared semiconductor laser Invisible infrared semiconductor laser Visible red semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 660 nm Wavelength: 785 nm Wavelength: 660 nm Wavelength: 660 nm
Light source
Output: 3.0mW(FDA), 1.0mW(IEC) Output: 2.5mW(FDA), 0.3mW(IEC) Output: 3.0mW(FDA), 1.5mW(IEC) Output: 3.0mW(FDA), 1.0mW(IEC)
Pulse duration: 3.5 μs Pulse duration: 3.5 μs Pulse duration: 3.5 μs Pulse duration: 3.5 μs
FDA (CDRH)
Class II Laser Product Class I Laser Product Class II Laser Product
Laser Class Part1040.10
IEC60825-1 Class 2 Laser Product Class 1 Laser Product Class 2 Laser Product
Supported amplifier unit LV-21A / 22A / 20A / 21AP / 22AP LV-11A LV-21A / 22A / 20A / 21AP / 22AP LV-51M / 52 / 51MP / 52P
100 to 500 mm 100 mm 250 mm
15 to 120 mm
FINE (When OP-51428 is (When OP-51428 is (Slit black: 150 mm) 100 mm 1.5 m
(Slit: 20 to 60 mm)
used: 100 to 700 mm) used: 150 mm) (Slit gray: 100 mm)
200 to 850 mm 10 to 150 mm 500 mm 2000 mm
Detection 15 to 180 mm 2000 mm
TURBO (When OP-51428 is (When OP-51428 is (Slit black: 300 mm) 200 mm 3.5 m (Detection
distance (Slit: 20 to 80 mm) (Detection width 10 mm)
used: 300 to 1000 mm) used: 10 to 250 mm) (Slit gray: 200 mm) width 30 mm)
400 to 1200 mm 100 to 200 mm 1000 mm
15 to 240 mm
SUPER (When OP-51428 is (When OP-51428 is (Slit black: 600 mm) 450 mm 5m
(Slit: 20 to 100 mm)
used: 600 to 1500 mm) used: 150 to 350 mm) (Slit gray: 400 mm)
Detection
distance150 mm
Area width: approx. Detection distance
38 mm 35 mm
approx. Ø1.5 mm
Area width: 40 mm Area width: 50 mm (Slit black: approx.1 Area width: approx. Ø2 Area width
Beam spot shape (Distance 1 m Area width approx. 12 mm
(Distance 300 mm) (Distance 100 mm) 9 mm) approx. mm approx. 32 mm
max)
(Slit gray: approx. 25 mm(Slit:
7 mm) approx. 9 mm)
Thickness:
1.3 mm max
Indicator Laser ON alarm indicator, Power indicator*2: green LED, Level indicator: green x 2, red x 1 (level indicator displays excess gain from 90 to 110%)
Ambient illumination Incandescent light; 10,000 lx max. Sunlight: 20,000 lx max.
Environmental
Ambient temperature -10 to +55°C (14 to 131°F), No freezing
resistance
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude in X, Y and Z directions: 2 hours per direction
Case Glass-reinforced resin Fluoroplastic (PFA) Glass-reinforced resin
Lens (cover) Norbornene resin Polyarylate Glass Transmitter: Glass, Receiver: Polyarylate
Materials O-ring: Fluororubber
Reflector: Acrylic, O-ring: Reflector: Glass,
Others Slit: Polyacetal -
Polycarbonate Fluororubber Fluoroplastic (PFA),
Fluororubber
Cable length*4 2m
Weight (including cable) approx. 45 g approx. 55 g approx. 80 g approx. 100 g approx. 80 g approx. 100 g

*1 Beam spots may appear outside the beam spot due to stray light.
*2 The power indicator is installed only in the receiver of the LV-H100/H110/H300.
*3 The LV-H35F/H62F enclosure rating is IP67. *4 The LV-H35F/H62F cable minimum bend radius is 25 mm.

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 Hints on Correct Use WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS
• To extend the amplifier cable length, use a cable that has a crosssectional area of (1) KEYENCE warrants the Products to be free of defects in materials and
at last 0.3 mm2. Limit the length of cable extensions to 100 m. (For further workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. If any
information on connecting several units contact KEYENCE) models or samples were shown to Buyer, such models or samples were
used merely to illustrate the general type and quality of the Products and
• Placing the amplifier cable together in the same conduit with power lines or high not to represent that the Products would necessarily conform to said
voltage lines may cause detection errors due to interference or sensor damage. models or samples. Any Products found to be defective must be shipped to
For this reason, always isolate the amplifier cable from these lines. KEYENCE with all shipping costs paid by Buyer or offered to KEYENCE
• If using a commercial switching regulator, make sure to ground both the frame for inspection and examination. Upon examination by KEYENCE,
ground terminal and ground terminal. KEYENCE, at its sole option, will refund the purchase price of, or repair or
• Do not use the LV Series outdoors, or in any location where extraneous light can replace at no charge any Products found to be defective. This warranty
directly enter the light receiving surface. does not apply to any defects resulting from any action of Buyer, including
but not limited to improper installation, improper interfacing, improper
• At the maximum sensitivity setting, detection distance may vary somewhat due to repair, unauthorized modification, misapplication and mishandling, such as
slight differences in the characteristics of individual units. exposure to excessive current, heat, coldness, moisture, vibration or
• Improper wiring may cause the amplifier to become hot or alter sensitivity. (Input/ outdoors air. Components which wear are not warranted.
Output Circuit Diagram: page 7) (2) KEYENCE is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various
Products. They are only suggestions, and it is Buyer's responsibility to
• Do not use connectors for sensor head-to-amplifier connections more than 100 ascertain the fitness of the Products for Buyer’s intended use. KEYENCE
times. will not be responsible for any damages that may result from the use of the
• Displayed values may vary due to surrounding conditions (e.g. temperature Products.
changes, dust) (3) The Products and any samples ("Products/Samples") supplied to Buyer are
not to be used internally in humans, for human transportation, as safety
Cautions on using the LV-H62/H62F/H67 devices or fail-safe systems, unless their written specifications state
• Use FINE mode when there are any white or mirror-surfaced objects near the otherwise. Should any Products/Samples be used in such a manner or
sensor head. misused in any way, KEYENCE assumes no responsibility, and additionally
• When the output is unstable in standard 1 mode (Std), change the detection mode Buyer will indemnify KEYENCE and hold KEYENCE harmless from any
to standard 2 (Std2). liability or damage whatsoever arising out of any misuse of the Products/
Samples.
Reflector (4) OTHER THAN AS STATED HEREIN, THE PRODUCTS/SAMPLES ARE
• The values on the received light intensity display may vary depending on the PROVIDED WITH NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER. ALL
surface condition of the reflector. EXPRESS, IMPLIED, AND STATUTORY WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
OF PROPRIETARY RIGHTS, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.
Cautions on Usage the LV-H100/H110/H300 IN NO EVENT SHALL KEYENCE AND ITS AFFILIATED ENTITIES BE
LIABLE TO ANY PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT,
• Use the exclusive bracket (optional LV-B101, LV-B102, LV-B301, LV-B302) to INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
mount the sensor. Adjust the light axis of the transmitter and receiver in both the (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING
vertical and horizontal directions without any target in the detection area. Then, FROM LOSS OF USE, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF
mount the sensor while maximizing the value displayed on the amplifier. (Adjust INFORMATION, LOSS OR INACCURACY OF DATA, LOSS OF
the light axis so that the transmitter beam is at the center of the receiver block) PROFITS, LOSS OF SAVINGS, THE COST OF PROCUREMENT OF
SUBSTITUTED GOODS, SERVICES OR TECHNOLOGIES, OR FOR
• When mounting the sensor, mount the transmitter and receiver so that their sides ANY MATTER ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE
on which the indicator is mounted face the same direction. OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF KEYENCE OR ONE
OF ITS AFFILIATED ENTITIES WAS ADVISED OF A POSSIBLE THIRD
The side on which the indicator The side on which the indicator PARTY’S CLAIM FOR DAMAGES OR ANY OTHER CLAIM AGAINST
is mounted is mounted
BUYER. In some jurisdictions, some of the foregoing warranty disclaimers
or damage limitations may not apply.

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to a third party, Buyer must provide such third party with a copy of this
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The side on which the indicator

is mounted

The side on which the indicator

is mounted

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