IndicatorsandOutputStatus
When the microwave sensor does not detect moving objects, the indicator LED remains off. When
the sensor detects moving objects, the LED will turn on and the output level will be change from
HIGH to LOW. The LED will automatically turn off about after 0.5s and the output level will change
from LOW to HIGH. If the microwave sensor detects continuously moving objects the LED will keep
flashing on and off. The output level will fluctuate between HIGH and LOW until the object stops
moving.
DistanceAdjustment
The microwave sensor has a distance range of 2-16m. The detection distance can be adjusted using
the potentiometer. If it is turned in the direction on MIN, the detection distance decreases. If it is
turned in the opposite direction, the range increases.
ComparisonwithIRSensor
Microwave Sensor IR Sensor
Trigger Mode Movement Infrared Reflection
Temperature Influence No Influence Over 40 degrees C can inhibit function
Object Penetration
ble to penetrate any non-metallic
object
Unable to penetrate
Ambient Environmental
Requirements
No requirements
Dusty or brightly lit environments can inhibit
function
Working Life more than 100,000 hours about 1000 hours
Stability Very reliable and stable Induction distance will shorten over time
Tutorial
Requirements
Hardware
Arduino UNO (or similar) x1
Microwave sensor x1
3PIN digital cable x1
Software
Arduino IDE V1.6.5 Click to Download Arduino IDE from Arduino®
Connection Diagram