MODEL 420

PASSIVE INFRARED INTRUSION SENSOR

ADVANCED STAND-ALONE SENSOR DESIGNED FOR SPECIALIZED OUTDOOR

INTRUSION DETECTION APPLICATIONS
Model 420 Passive Infrared (PIR) Intrusion Sensor is an advanced stand-
alone sensor designed for specialized outdoor intrusion detection appli- KEY FEATURES
cations. A four-zone, continuous and gap-free curtain sensing pattern de-
tects intruders by sensing temperature (heat radiation) difference between DETECTION TO 122 M (400 FT)
the background scene and intruder. The pattern includes long, medium
and short range detection segments, plus a controllable Creep Field that WELL-DEFINED, NARROW FIELD-OF-VIEW
protects the area surrounding the mounting pole, which eliminates the
detection ‘dead zone’ characteristic of traditional PIR sensors.  OUBLE OPTICAL FILTERING BLOCKS
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UNWANTED RADIATION FROM SUNLIGHT AND
Minimal clear zone requirements for the Model 420’s detection pattern OTHER HIGH INTENSITY LIGHT SOURCES
make this sensor ideal for intrusion detection in very narrow corridors.
 AP-FREE COVERAGE: NO FINGER-AND-GAP
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The latest detector and signal processing technology, plus precision mirror COVERAGE PATTERNS
optics, allow Model 420 to operate in broad-ranging environments. Double
optical filtering, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Signal Shape Analysis  NTI-VANDAL FUNCTION SIGNALS AN ALARM
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(SSA), and Adaptive Threshold Decoding (ATD) ensure reliable operation IF SENSOR ALIGNMENT IS ALTERED
under changing climatic conditions. Nuisance alarms from rain, snow, wind,
and fog are virtually eliminated. ADAPTIVE THRESHOLD DECODING

Model 420 electronics and optics are housed in a rugged IP65 heavy-duty NON-EMITTING SENSOR
plastic enclosure. An internally regulated heater connected to sensor elec-
tronics and operating from the supply voltage prevents the unit’s optical INSENSITIVE TO VIBRATION, WIND, RAIN,
surface from fogging or frosting in cold weather. A universal mounting FOG, SNOW OR TEMPERATURE EXTREMES
bracket allows mounting to flat surfaces or 100 mm (4 in) O.D. posts.
NEAR SURROUNDING AREA SURVEILLANCE
User-friendly installation software with flexible controls simplifies align-
ment, signal check and routine maintenance. Set-up is easily accomplished DETECTOR MASKING ALARM
by aiming the sensor slightly downward into the area being protected, ap-
plying power and allowing the sensor to establish a reference level for
operation. A walk test and final sensitivity adjustment optimizes detection.
MODEL 420 SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS OPERATION

188mm (7.4in) Model 420 detects intrusions by sensing temperature contrast

358mm (14.1in) between an intruder and the background environment. The in-
truder produces a temperature (heat radiation) change within
the sensor’s field-of-view when moving through the detection
pattern. A temperature contrast as small as 1°C can gener-
ate an alarm. A precision mirror focuses the radiation onto a
pyroelectric differential triple channel sensor element. Double
290mm (11.4in) optical filtering restricts the radiation to an 8-14 micron “atmo-
spheric window” where humidity, fog, rain and snow least affect
the transmission of infrared radiation. Double optical filtering
also attenuates unwanted radiation from sunlight and other high
intensity infrared sources such as automobile headlights. To
avoid unwanted detection of very large infrared heat sources
such as trucks, trains or aircraft outside the protected area, it
PATTERN may be necessary to aim the sensor slightly downward and away
from the heat source of concern.
Model 420 provides a narrow, well-defined detection pattern with
a maximum range of 122 m (400 ft) and a maximum width of For detailed information on application, installation and adjust-
3.3 m (11 ft). The detection pattern is actually comprised of two ment, consult Model 420 Technical Manual.
fields-of-view that establish a narrow curtain of coverage in the
area to be protected. Vertical detection pattern is approximately
SPECIFICATIONS
26 degrees, measured downward from the detector axis. Typical
horizontal and vertical detection patterns are shown below.
Equipment Supplied: Model 420 sensor and mounting
bracket. Required set-up software / interface module
HORIZONTAL COVERAGE (TOP VIEW)
(Part # 64A46954-A01) sold separately.
2.3m (7.5ft)

1.5m (5ft)
Detection Range: 122 m (400 ft) typical for man/woman target
.76m (2.5ft)
Detection Pattern Width and Height: Varies with range, 0.5 m
Width

Axis
to 3.3 m (1.5 ft to 11 ft)
.76m (2.5ft)

1.5m (5ft) Detector: Pyroelectric differential triple channel sensor

2.3m (7.5ft) Distance
Spectral Response: 8-14 microns – double filtered
-1.0m 7.6m 30.5m 61m 91.4m 122m
(-3.3ft) (25ft) (100ft) (200ft) (300ft) (400ft)
Target Velocity: 0.2 to 5 m/s (0.7 to 17 ft/s)

VERTICAL COVERAGE (SIDE VIEW) Target Size: 0.8 square meter (man/woman) walking, running
or on hands and knees crawling. 0.2 square meter (prone
crawling) target may be detected at shorter ranges with special
site considerations

Probability of Detection: 0.99 minimum on 0.8 square meter

S M L target
-1m 8m 16m 45m 122m
(-3.3ft) (26ft) (52ft) (148ft) (400ft)
Supply Voltage: 10.5 to 30 VDC @ 12mA typical (12 VDC)
Axis
Heater Voltage: .5 watts, 41 mA (12 VDC) @ -40°C
4.0m (13ft)
Curtain Field
3.6m (12ft) Alarm Relay: SPST 0.25 amp @ 28 VDC
Mounting Height

26 Degrees
3.3m (11ft)

Creep Field
Tamper Switch: SPST 0.25 amp @ 28 VDC
3.0m (10ft)

2.7m (9ft) Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)

2.4m (8ft)
-1.0m 3.0m 4.6m 7.6m Weight: 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs.) including mounting bracket
(-3.3ft) (10ft) (15ft) (25ft)

Shipping Weight: 3.6 kg (8.0 lbs.)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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