REMOTE & INTEGRAL

MICROWAVE
PULSE SWITCH
MRA MRS MRR
Remote Microwave Pulse Switch (Standard)

MRA MRS-H MRR-H

Remote Microwave Pulse Switch (Hi Power)

MPS MPR
Integral Microwave Pulse Switch

Installation and Operating Instructions Measurement Systems

Remote & Integral Microwave Pulse Switch

INTRODUCTION CONTENTS
PROPRIETARY NOTICE
The information contained in this publication is PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION 2
derived in part from proprietary and patent data.
This information has been prepared for the express SPECIFICATIONS 3
purpose of assisting operating and maintenance
personnel in the efficient use of the instrument
described herein. FACIAL DESCRIPTIONS 5
Publication of this information does not convey
any rights to use or reproduce it, or to use for any REMOTE APPLICATIONS 7
purpose other than in connection with the
installation, operation and maintenance of the
equipment described herein. MOUNTING 9

Copyright 1995 SYSTEM WIRING/SYSTEM SET-UP

Printed by Graphic Zone, Australia & INITITIAL CALIBRATION 15
All Rights Reserved.

DRAWINGS 16
WARNING
This instrument contains electronic components
that are susceptible to damage by static electricity. TROUBLE SHOOTING 23
Proper handling* procedures must be observed
during the removal, installation, or handling or SAFETY INFORMATION 28
internal circuit boards or devices.

* Handling Procedure WARRANTY/PART NUMBERING 29

1. Power to unit must be removed.
2. Personnel must be grounded, via wrist strap or
other safe, suitable means, before any printed
circuit board or other internal device is installed,
removed or adjusted.
3. Printed circuit boards must be transported in
a conductive bag or other conductive container.
Boards must not be removed from protective
enclosure until the immediate time of
installation. Removed boards must be placed
immediately in a protective container for
transport, storage, or return to factory.

Comments:
This instrument is not unique in its content of ESD
(electrostatic discharge) sensitive components.
Most modern electronic designs contain
components that utilize metal oxide technology
(NMOS, CMOS, etc.) Experience has proven that
even small amounts of static electricity can damage
or destroy these devices. Damaged components,
even though they appear to function properly,
exhibit early failure.

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Remote & Integral Microwave Pulse Switch
PRINCIPLE of OPERATION
REMOTE SYSTEM
The Hawk Microwave Pulse Sender-Receiver
Remote System is comprised of three electrically
isolated units:- the Sender, Receiver and Amplifier.
The sender-receiver units are mounted facing each
other. For best performance it is essential that they
be mounted securely and correctly aligned.
The sender emits a burst of microwave energy
toward the receiver, which is designed around a
tuned microwave detector. This burst of energy is
transmitted approximately 200 times each second.
While the line-of-sight is interrupted by a sufficiency
reflective or absorbent material the energy will not
reach the receiver, and therefore the receiver will
not detect the transmission.
The receiver is designed to switch a relay when it's
detector changes state. Time delays between
detector change and relay switching is set via two
single turn potentiometers; there is a potentiometer
for the make (signal detected) delay and another
for the break (signal interrupted) delay. In each
case the relay will switch only after the detector
state has been maintained (since it's change) for
the respective time: any further change of state
during a time-out period will override the previous
change.
The sensitivity of the detector is adjusted by a
potentiometer. By this adjustment, compensation
can be made for partially reflective or partially
absorbing materials. Similarly, it can be adjusted
so that it will change state when only a fraction of
the beam is blocked. There are two sensitivity
adjustment potentiometers, one for a coarse
adjustment and the other for a fine adjustment.
The relay can be set to either energize or de-energize
when the beam is broken. This mode is set via a
two-position slide switch in the receiver unit.
In the Amplifier unit there are three LED lamps; one
indicates that power is applied, another indicates
that a valid signal is detected, and the other
indicates that the relay is energized. In the sender
unit the only lamp is the one indicating that power
is applied.
INTEGRAL SYSTEM
The Hawk Microwave Pulse Sender-Receiver Integral
System was created for process control applications
requiring highly reliable non-contact
absence/presence monitoring. The flexibility of the
system allows for not only point level indication,
but also flow/no flow, proximity sensing,
absence/presence and plug chute detection in many
different processes.
The Integral system consists of the Microwave
Pulse Sender (MPS) unit and Microwave Pulse
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Receiver (MPR) unit. Each unit can be powered
by 115Vac/240Vac or 24Vdc, mounted by flange
or 3" NPT weldment and is provided in an SM
listed NEMA 4X enclosure for maximum flexibility.
The MPS unit has one LED indicator for power
and a 100mA/250Vac fuse. It also has a TEST
push-button for ease of setup and
troubleshooting. Inside the MPR, there are three
LED indicators for the following: power, signal
detect and relay energized indications as well
as a user accessible 100mA/250Vac fuse.
The MPS unit contains a tuned microwave diode
that emits a continuous stream (approximately
200 bursts each second) of microwave energy
towards the MPR unit. The MPR contains a tuned
microwave detector which will only accept
signals from the MPS. When the sender and
receiver are mounted in a direct line of sight and
correctly aligned, the receiver will detect
interruptions of these bursts. In effect, there is
a microwave beam between the sender and
receiver. While the line of sight is clear, the MPR
will detect an uninterrupted stream. When the
beam isinterrupted by a sufficiently conductive
material, the receiver detector will sense the
interruptions and change states. This change of
detector states activates the relay, thus giving
the basis for absence/presence indication.
Sensitivity of the receiver in the MPR is controlled
by two single turn potentiometers: one for fine
adjustment and the other for coarse adjustment.
The sensitivity adjustment allows for
compensation when monitoring partially
conductive material. Similarly, it can be adjusted
so that it will change state when only a fraction
of the beam is interrupted.
The SPDT relay of the MPR unit can be set to
either energize or de-energize when the beam is
broken. This selection is made via the two-
position slide switch next to the power input
terminals.
The MPR unit also contains two time delays for
controlling and fine tuning its relay operation:
the make (signal detected) and break (signal
interrupted) adjustments. Each delay is
independently adjustable by a single turn
potentiometer from 100ms to 30 seconds. The
relay will switch only after the detector state
(signal/no signal) has been maintained for the
time specified by the setpoint on the
potentiometer. Any time there is a change in
state, the timers are automatically reset.
For a more detailed list of specifications, please
refer to the Specifications section of this manual.
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SPECIFICATIONS~Remote
MPA MRS/MRR MRS-H/MRR-H
Input Voltage: Adjustments:
240Vac nominal, 200-270Vac acceptable, 50-60 Hz MRA: Test switch - momentary push-button
115Vac nominal, 100-130Vac acceptable, 50-60 Hz Single turn coarse and single turn fine
AC supply line fuse: 100mA, 250Vac adjustment potentiometers for sensitivity.
Amplifier unit includes terminals for 24Vdc supply Relay time delays adjustable from 100ms
power. to 30 seconds via two independent on/signal
make and off/signal break potentiometers.
Power Consumption: Hi and Lo gain switch.
MRA <5VA Remote Amplifier Fail-safe:
Power Density: (MRS/MRR) (MRS-H/MRR-H) Switch selectable - presence or absence of material
Rated from Sender to Receiver at approximately High level fail-safe position:
20µW/cm2. No interconnection wiring between relay is activated when material is present
Sender and Receiver. Complies with FCC Title Low level fail-safe position:
Rules Part 15. Caution sign posting not required. relay is activated when no material is present
Temperature:
Transmitted Signal:
MRS & MRR: -30°C to +65°C (-20°F to +150°F)
Frequency: 10.525 GHz, ±25 MHz MRS-H & MRR-H: -30°C to +65°C (-20°F to +150°F)
Average Power Density: 20µW/cm2 typical Linearly Note: for higher temperature applications, remote
Polarised Field mounting with windows is necessary. Custom
Beam angle (3dB) approximately 30° (conservative) waveguide assemblies can also be provided.
Range: UHMW Window:
Maximum range under ideal conditions: Consult factory for manufacturer's specifications.
MRS/MRR >150m (492 ft.) Firebrick Assemblies:
MRS-H/MRR-H >250m (820 ft.) Consult factory for manufacturer's specifications.
Minimum range under ideal conditions: Cabling Entry:
10cm (4 inches) MRA: 3 x 10mm (3/8" NPT)
Note: Minimum ranges are dependent on application MRS & MRS-H: 1 x 10mm (3/8" NPT)
conductivity.
MRR & MRR-H: 1 x 10mm (3/8" NPT)
L.E.D. Indicators: Relay Contact Output:
MPA: power on (green) MRA: SPDT - 10amps @ 250Vac resistive
signal detect (red) 10amps @ 125Vac resistive
relay state (amber)
Option: solid state relay 1A @ 250Vac/Vdc
Mounting: Enclosure:
1. 3" male NPT thread or four 6mm (.25 in.) VALOX (Amplifier)
blind bolt holes in flange (MRS/MRR). SAA LISTED
a) 3" weldments supplied for standard Meets Class 2, Div 1, Group E, F & G (DIP-Dust
integral mounting. Ignition Proof) classification. FM Approval Pending
b) Flange is used for remote mount in
high vibration applications-isolation Sealing:
shock mounts are available. MRA: IP67 (NEMA 4X)
2. 4" weldments with PTFE (teflon), UHMW, MRR/MRS: IP68 (NEMA 4X)
ceramic, firebrick windows. MRS-H/MRR-H: IP68 (NEMA 4X)
3. Ceramic window assemblies - rectangular. Shipping Weights:
4. Firebrick window assemblies available on MRS: 4.5kg
custom basis - rectangular - circular. MRR: 4.5kg
5. 2" NPT sight glass window. MRA: 1.4kg
6. Waveguides - custom assemblies available MRR-H 6.0kg
for high temperature and limited access Documentation:
applications. One Installation/Operation manual supplied per
7. Flanged Pipe Mount. system. Certified drawings/reproductions sepia
8. MRS-H/MRR-H 6" ANSI Flange available for extra charge.

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SPECIFICATIONS~Integral
MPS-MPR

Input Voltage: Adjustments:

115Vac nominal, 100-130Vac acceptable, 50-60Hz MPS: Test switch - momentary push-button
240Vac nominal, 200-270Vac acceptable, 50-60Hz MPR: Single turn coarse and single turn fine
AC supplys lined fuse: 100mA, 250Vac adjustment potentiometers for set point.
Both MPS & MPR units include terminals Relay time delays adjustable from 100ms
for 24Vdc supply power to 30 seconds via two independent
on/signal make and off/signal break
Power Consumption: potentiometers with automatic reset.
MPS < 2VA
MPR < 3VA Fall-safe:
Switch selectable - presence or absence of
Power Density: material.
Rated from emitter (MPS) to receiver (MPR) at High level fail-safe position: relay is activated
approximately 20µW/cm . No interconnection when material is present
wiring between emitter and receiver. Complies Low level fail-safe position: relay is activated
with FCC Title Rules Part 15. Caution sign when no material is present
posting not required.
Temperature:
Transmitted Signal: MPS & MPR: -30°C to +65°C (-20°F to +150°F)
Frequency: 10.525 GHz, + 25 MHz Note: for higher temperature applications, remote
Average Power Density: 20RW/cm2 typical mounting with windows is necessary. Custom
Linearly Polarized Field waveguide assemblies can also be provided.
Beam angle (3dB) approximately 30 degrees UHMW Window: +80°C (+176°F)
(conservative) Ceramic Window: Consult factory for
manufacturer's specifications.
Range: Firebrick Assemblies: Consult factory for
Maximum range manufacturer's specifications.
under ideal conditions: 105m (340 ft.)
Expected maximum Cabling Entry(ies):
practical range: 65m (215 ft.) MPS: 1 X 10mm (3/8" NPT)
Minimum range under MPR: 2 X 10mm (3/8" NPT)
ideal conditions: 10cm (4 in.)
Expected minimum Relay Contact Output:
practical range: 20cm (8 in.) MPR: SPDT - 10amps @ 250Vac resistive
Note: Minimum ranges are dependent on 10amps @ 125Vac resistive
application conductivity.
Enclosure:
L.E.D. Indicators: VALOX
MPS: power on (green) SAA LISTED
MPR: power on (green), signal detect (red), Meets Class 2, Div 1, Group E, F & G (DlP-Dust
relay state (amber) Ignition Proof) classification.
FM Approval Pending.
Mounting: Windows: UHMW (ultra-high molecular weight)
1. 3" male NPT thread or four 6mm (.250in.) polyethylene standard PTFE (teflon) available,
blind bolt holes in flange. (see part numbering).
a) 3" weldments supplied for standard
integral mounting. Sealing:
b) Flange is used for remote mount in high IP67 (NEMA 4X)
vibration applications - isoiation shock
mounts are available. Shipping Weights:
2. 4" weldments with PTFE (teflon), UHMW, MPS: 4.5kg (10 lbs.)
ceramic, firebrick windows. MPR: 4.5kg (10 lbs.)
3. Ceramic window assemblies - rectangular.
4. Firebrick window assemblies available on Documentation:
custom basis - rectangular - circular. One Installation/Operation manual supplied
5. 2" NPT sight glass window. per system. Certified drawings/reproducible
6. Waveguides - custom assemblies available. sepia available for extra charge.

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MPS-MPR Microwave Pulse Switch

REMOTE MICROWAVE FACIAL

DESCRIPTIONS
L.E.D. Indicators Serial Number
Green - Power
Serial No. MXXXXXXX
Red - Signal On Delay
Amber - Relay

Fine Sensitivity Pot

RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY
MRA-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER Off Delay
Sensitivity Lo/Hi Switch POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
SENS.
EMI Indicator LO HI LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
Test Switch
Course LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
Sensitivity Pot NORM

REV
*TS3 Terminals AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

**TS4 Terminals
E ARTH
EARTH
TP5 Positive FROM
MRR +24V TO
MRS
TP6 Gnd

U = OV (Black)
P = OV (Black)
R = Rx Sig- (Blue) V = Tx Sig- (Blue)
S = Rx Sig+ (Yellow) W = Remote Tx Power
T = Remote Rx Power (Red) (Red)

100mA Fuse (F1) Relay

EXTEND CABLE
EXTEND CABLE
BELDEN #9363
BELDEN #9512
(Max. 50metres)
(Max. 50metres)
AC Supply (TS1)
Active 240 (Hot) Normally Closed (TS2)
Common Output Contacts (TS2)
TS1 Neutral
Normally Open (TS2)
Earth Ground
DC Supply (TS1)
+24V (Hot)
Earth Ground } TS1

Polyester coated
mild steel pipe

3" N.P.T.

➬
1" BSP 1" BSP
Nipple Nipple
3" N.P.T.

RECEIVER SENDER
MRR-0 MRS-0

NOTE: Maximum cable lenth including extention is 50 metres each for MRS and MRR (MRS-H/MRR-H).
Wiring arrangement is the same for MRS-H/MRR-H

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INTEGRAL MICROWAVE FACIAL

DESCRIPTIONS
MPS - SENDER
Serial Number
Serial No. MXXXXXXX

MPS-0
MICROWAVE PULSE SENDER
LD1 - POWER
L.E.D. Indicators APPLIED

Green - Power DC
INPUT Test Switch (SW1)

+24V

4 OV
TEST

AC FUSE

NEUTRAL
100mA

ACTIVE

100mA Fuse (F1) E ARTH

DC Supply (TS2)

AC Supply (TS1) OV (Ground)

+24V
Active 240 (Hot) Not Used
TS1 Neutral
Earth Ground

MPR - RECEIVER
L.E.D. Indicators
Green - Power Serial Number
Serial No. MXXXXXXX
Red - Signal
Amber - Relay On Delay
Fine Sensitivity Pot
RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY
MPR-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
1 10 Off Delay
Sensitivity Lo/Hi Switch RV1 SENS.
LD1 - POWER
APPLIED ON
LO HI SIGNAL DELAY
EMI Indicator LO HI
LD2 -
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
Course Sensitivity Pot RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

TP5 Positive 100mA

ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V

TP6 Gnd

100mA Fuse (F1)

Relay
Normal/Reverse

AC Supply (TS1)
Active 240 (Hot) Normally Closed (TS2)
TS1 Neutral Common Output Contacts (TS2)
Normally Open (TS2)
Earth Ground
DC Supply (TS1)
+24V (Hot)
Earth Ground
TS1
}
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REMOTE APPLICATIONS
STANDARD MODEL APPLICATION

Blocked Chute Detector

Note: Ensure Sender/Receiver
are behind Infeed stream.

Receiving
Unit

Serial No. MXXXXXXX

RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY MRA-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE

NEUTRAL
P R S T 100mA U V W

ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V
FROM TO
MPS MPS

Sending
Unit

Solid Level ~ Cyclone Bin

High/low Level

Receiving
Unit Sending
Unit

High
RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY
Serial No. MXXXXXXX

MPR-0 4
Solid/Liquid Level Non
Metal Tank
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V

FROM TO
MPS MPS

Receiving Sending
Sending Unit Unit
Receiving
Unit Unit
Low
Serial No. MXXXXXXX

RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY MPR-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V

FROM TO
MPS MPS

Serial No. MXXXXXXX

RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY MRA-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V

FROM TO
MPS MPS

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REMOTE APPLICATIONS
Feeder Pipe coal/ore
Flow/No Flow Blocked Chute

Receiving Unit (MPR2)

Flow/No Flow Detector
Serial No. MXXXXXXX

RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY MRA-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V

FROM TO
MPS MPS

Sending
Serial No. MXXXXXXX Receiving Unit (MPR1) Unit
RECEIVE
MRA-0
Plugged Chute Detector
SENSITIVITY 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec
LO HI
(A=B) LD3 - RELAY
ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY 1 10
RV2 OFF
DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY
NORM

REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH
+24V

FROM TO
MPS MPS

SPECIALTY APPLICATION
High Temperature Application
Shown with Waveguides ~ Max. 700oC
Product temperature Ambient Max. 70oC where
sender/receiver are located

Serial No. MXXXXXXX Serial No. MXXXXXXX

RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY MRA-0 4
RECEIVE
SENSITIVITY MRA-0 4
MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER MICROWAVE PULSE RECEIVER
1 10 POWER 1 10
RV1 LD1 - POWER
APPLIED ON RV1 LD1 -
APPLIED ON
SIGNAL DELAY LD2 - SIGNAL DELAY
LD2 - DETECTED
LO HI DETECTED 0.3 4 -30 sec LO HI 0.3 4 -30 sec
RELAY (A=B) LD3 - RELAY
(A=B) LD3 -
ENERGISED RV2 ENERGISED RV2
AFTER DELAY AFTER DELAY 1 10
1 10
RV2 OFF RV2 OFF
DELAY DELAY
LO HI 0.3 -30 sec LO HI 0.3 -30 sec
RELAY RELAY
NORM NORM

REV REV
AC FUSE
NEUTRAL

AC FUSE
P R S T
NEUTRAL

P R S T 100mA U V W
ACTIVE

U V W
E ARTH

100mA
EARTH
ACTIVE

E ARTH
EARTH

+24V

FROM TO
+24V

FROM TO
MPS MPS MPS MPS

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MOUNTING
GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. The microwave beam is a polarized form
of energy. As such, it is necessary to align
the units in the same spatial plane. If the
units do not have the same orientation,
the amount of received energy is
diminished. At 90° to each other, the
detector is blind and cannot detect the
beam. The actual angle of mounting is not
relevant, so long as both the MPS & MPR
have the same angle and elevation.
See figure B.
2. When looking for a mounting location, try
to locate and mount the units flush and
where minimal buildup will occur. The
system can penetrate through generous
amounts of buildup of various products;
however, the better the position, the more
reliable it will operate.
3. The systems energy cannot penetrate
through steel linings or other conductive
linings. You must cut a viewing window
and use an appropriate weldment.
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4. For high vibration applications, it is
necessary to isolate the electronics to
keep them from being damaged. This is
accomplished using the optional 4" UHMW
or teflon windows. The microwave sender
and receiver should be mounted to a
stable structure (I-beam, handrail) to
isolate them from the vibration. Isolation
shock mounts can also be provided to
help isolate the electronics. See Figure C.
5. For applications which exceed 140 degrees
Fahrenheit (precipitators, cement
cyclones, etc.), it is necessary to use
remote mounting microwaves with
waveguide assemblies. This allows the
electronics to be placed in an area where
ambient temperatures do not exceed the
maximum allowable temperature for the
electronics. Firebrick and ceramic
windows are best suited for high
temperature applications. It is necessary
to contact the factory for this type of
application, however, Figure D is provided
as a general guideline for such
applications.
Remote & Integral Microwave Pulse Switch

MOUNTING cont'd
GENERAL GUIDELINES cont'd

Figure A: Mounting Angles

➥
➥

Figure B: 1. MPS/MPR Beam Elevation

Sending Unit (MPS) Receiving Unit (MPR)
Microwave Beam

Correct Elevation
Maximum Signal Strenth to Receiver

Sending Unit (MPS)

Receiving Unit (MPS)

Incorrect Elevation
Minimum Signal Strenth to Receiver

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MOUNTING cont'd
SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS
1. When mounting to monitor in a flowing
product such as coal, ore or wood chips,
position the microwave path out of the
direct flow stream. If at all possible, go
behind the flow stream or well in front of
the flow stream. This will prevent any
possibility of unwanted trips due to
abnormal product flow from the conveying
system. See figure E (page 10).
2. When mounting to monitor for
absence/presence or plugged chute
conditions, the MPS & MPR must be
mounted opposite each other observing
correct elevation and orientation. The
system should be mounted in such a way
so that as product backs up, the beam will
be broken. Refer to Figure E for an
example.
3. When mounting to monitor flow/no flow
and plugged chute conditions, one MPS
and two MPR units must be used. The MPS
and first MPR provide the plugged chute
detection and are mounted opposite each
other in the same manner as the standard
plugged chute detection arrangement. The
second MPR however, is mounted directly
above the first MPR unit. The mounting
distance between MPR units is critical.
Typically, the distance between MPR's is
4 times the inside diameter of the
pipe/chute to a maximum of 24 inches.
Refer to Figure F (page 10).
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4. When using the system as a proximity
switch, the mounting arrangement is
application dependent and must ensure
proper operation even under worst case
conditions. Please consult your
representative or the factory for specific
mounting arrangements.
5. Mounting of the Microwave Pulse system
on sloped vessel walls can be
accomplished using the Microwave
Adjustable Mount. This system allows the
microwaves to be mounted to a sloped
surface and then adjusted horizontally for
optimum performance and operation. The
adjustable mount has an integral 4"
weldment with UHMW polyethylene or
PTFE (teflon) window options. Also
included with the bracket is a vibration
isolation kit (shock mounts) to help protect
the electronics from damage. Each sidewall
of the vessel must not exceed 30 degrees
from the vertical centerline. To mount the
adjustable bracket, simply weld the 4"
weldment directly to the vessel, install the
window, mount the microwave and adjust
horizontally. See Figure G (page 11).
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MOUNTING cont'd
SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS MOUNTING cont'd
Figure E: Mounted as Blocked Chute Switch
PRODUCT FLOW

Receiving Unit
(MPR)

Sending Unit
(MPS)

Figure F: Flow/No Flow and Plugged Chute Switch

X < 4D
MPR1 = Plugged Chute Indicator PRODUCT
MPR2 = Flow/No Flow Indicator FLOW

Receiving Unit
(MPR2)
CL

CL

Receiving Unit
(MPR1)

Sending Unit
(MPS)

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MOUNTING cont'd
GENERAL GUIDELINES cont'd
Figure C: High Vibration Flange Mounting Detail
Flange Mounted to an
PRODUCT FLOW Isolated Permanant Support
Structure i.e.
I-Beam,and Rail, etc., for
Customer High Vibration Applications.
Receiving Unit (MPR) Supplied Microwave should be away
Mounting from normal material flow.
Bracket

Note: Distance between Sending Unit

microwave face and window (MPS)
should not exceed 75mm (3")
for all applications
(UHMW/PTFE Windows,
Sight Glass, Ceramic Brick
and Firebrick assemblies). Stable Support
Structure

Figure D: High Temperature Remote

Hopper/Feeder (Not to Scale)

Ceramic or FirebrickAssembly
W/Antenna Support Bracket

High Temperature Area

(Ambient Higher than 140o)

Wave Guides Normal Temperature Area

(Ambient Lower than 140o)

MPR Remote MPS Remote

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MOUNTING cont'd
SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS MOUNTING cont'd
Figure G: MPS/MPR and MRS/MRR Adjustable Mount

PRODUCT FLOW

Hooper/Feeder

X = 30° Maximum
Isolation Mount X X

Sending Unit Receiving Unit

(MPS) (MPR)

Adjustable microwave
mounting bracket
welded to vessel wall.
W / UHMW or Teflon
Window

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SYSTEM WIRING
While there is no interconnecting wiring
required for the microwave system, care
must be taken to ensure that each unit's
individual wiring is correct prior to applying
initial power. Reference Figure A for specific
termination's on each unit.
1. The MPS is supplied with one 10mm (3/8"
NPT) conduit entry hole pre-drilled in
the enclosure while the MPR has two
10mm (3/8" NPT) entry holes. The MRA
has three 10mm (3/8" NPT) entry holes.
SYSTEM SET-UP & INITITIAL
CALIBRATION
After completing the mounting and wiring
procedures it will be necessary to perform
initial checks of the system. These checks
include the following:
1. Verify that the units are mounted securely
and that the conduit entry angles and
elevation are the same. Also check to verify
there is a clear line of sight between the
Sender and Receiver units.
2. Ensure that all wiring is correct and that
there are no bare wires protruding from the
terminal connectors on the units. Check
the input supply voltages prior to
connecting it to the units.
Once you are satisfied with the installation,
apply power to the system and perform the
following checks. If the answer to any question
is NO, then go to the troubleshooting section
of this manual.
1. Is the power indicator (LD1) on both the
MPS/MPR & MRA showing green?
2. On the MPR, turn potentiometers A & B
fully clockwise. Is the signal detect indicator
(LD2) showing red?
3. Have someone else depress the TEST push-
button on the MPS while you watch the
signal detect (LD2) on the MPR/MRA. Does
the indicator go on and off with respect to
the TEST push-button?
4. Toggle the relay normal/reverse switch
(SW1) on the MPR. Does the relay energized
indicator (LD3) go on and off with respect
to the movements of SW1 ?
Once you have completed the above checks, it
will then be necessary to adjust the MPR/MRA
for your particular process. With a clear line of
sight between the Sender and Receiver, turn
both potentiometers A & B fully counter-
clockwise.
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2. The only wiring required by the MPS unit
is that of input voltage. This is
accomplished using the TS1 terminal
block and 16AWG wire or larger.
3. The MPR will require relay wiring as well
as input voltage wiring. This is
accomplished using terminal block TS1
for the input voltage and terminal block
TS2 for the relay. All terminations require
16AWG wire or larger.
4. The MRA is wired similarly to both MPS
and MPR (see connection diagram for details)
1. The signal detect (LD2) will turn off. Slowly
turn both A & B together in a clockwise
direction until the signal detect indicator
(LD2) begins to flicker. From this point, it
is essential to move potentiometer A
extremely slow as it is a fine adjustment.
Further adjust potentiometer A clockwise
just to the point where LD2 stays on steady,
without flickering.
2. Next, adjust both time delay
potentiometers to the 12 o'clock position.
Break the beam if possible. It is preferable
that this is done via the application but for
initial adjustment of the delays you can
simulate the beam being blocked by
depressing the TEST push-button on the
MPS unit. This will stop (interrupt)
transmission of the beam.
3. Adjust the ON DELAY to obtain the desired
delay after the TEST push-button is
released. Adjust the OFF DELAY to obtain
the desired delay after the TEST
push-button is depressed.
4. Set SW1 on the MPR unit for the desired
relay energization mode. NORM will provide
an energized relay while the signal is
detected and REV will provide an energized
relay when the signal is lost.
5. If the product fails to break the beam, adjust
the sensitivity counter-clockwise until the
signal detect (LD2) light goes out, then
adjust approximately 1/10 of a turn further
counter-clockwise.
If the set-up was completed without product,
it may be necessary to make final adjustments
with the process running and product moving
between the Sender/Receiver units. The hi-lo
sensitivity should be left on hi. If the product
fails to block the beam, you should then revert
to the lo sensitivity setting.
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DRAWING 'A'
MICROWAVE REMOTE AMPLIFIER (MRA) - Overall Dimensions
4 x 5.0mm holes 25.5mm (1") 61.5mm (5.4")
61.5mm
(5.4")

25.5mm

145mm (5.7")
(1")
137mm (5.4")
25.5mm
(1")

61.5mm
(5.4")
61.5mm (5.4") 25.5mm (1") 170mm (6.8")

MICROWAVE REMOTE SENDER/RECEIVER (MRS/MRR) - Overall Dimensions

Polyester coated mild steel pipe
3" N.P.T.
1" BSP nipple
135mm (5.25")
160mm (6.3")

130mm (5")
UHMW
Window
135mm (5.25") 192mm (7.6")

160mm (6.3")

4 x 5.0mm holes 25.5mm (1") 61.5mm (5.4")

Polypropylene housing and flange
61.5mm
(5.4")

1" BSP nipple

25.5mm

XXXmm (X.X")
137mm (5.4")

(1")
25.5mm
(1")

61.5mm
(5.4")

175mm (6.9")

237mm (9.3")
61.5mm (5.4") 25.5mm (1")

MICROWAVE REMOTE SENDER/RECEIVER - HIGH POWER (MRS-H/MRR-H)

Overall Dimensions
6" ANSI Flange 6" (150mm) 15mm
Polyester coated mild steel pipe (0.6")

1" BSP nipple

165mm (6.5")

230mm (9") 15mm (0.6")

4 X Ø22.0 holes thru equi 280mm (11")

spaced on 241 P.C.D. UHMW Window

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DRAWING 'B'
MICROWAVE PULSE SENDER/RECEIVER (MPS/MPR) - Overall Dimensions

3" N.P.T.
135mm (5.25")
160mm (6.3")

145mm
(3.35")
85mm

(5.7")
135mm(5.25") 130mm
(5.15")
160mm(6.3") 310mm
(12.2")
4 X Ø22.0 holes thru equi
spaced on 241 P.C.D.

MICROWAVE PULSE SENDER/RECEIVER (MPS/MPR) - Mounting Plate

160mm
(6.3") 12.7mm R.500 Thru
Typ 4 Pics

79mm (Ø3.110) Thru

160mm
(6.3") 6mm (Ø.236) Thru
On 132mm (5.232") B.C.
12mm (Ø.472)
Typ 4 Eq. Sp. Pics.

22.50° 9mm (Ø.354) Thru

45.00° On 190.5mm (7.5") B.C.
Typ 4 Eq. Sp. Pics.

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DRAWING 'C'
3" & 4" Weldment Window
5.1mm
5.1mm
(0.20")
(0.20")
147.6mm
(Ø5.81)

120.7mm
(4.75")
83.7mm
(3.30")
4" N.P.T.
3" N.P.T.

5.1mm 5.1mm
(0.20") (0.20")

3" & 4" UHMW Polyethylene/Ceramic Window

4" N.P.T.

3" N.P.T.
Ø.312 Typ
2 Pics

25.4mm
(1.0")
25.4mm
10.2mm (0.40") (1.0")
56.2mm (2.21")
10.2mm (0.40")

3" & 4" Teflon/Ceramics Window 4" N.P.T.

3" N.P.T.
Ø.312 Typ
2 Pics

25.4mm
(1.0")
25.4mm
10.2mm (0.40") (1.0")
56.2mm (2.21")
10.2mm (0.40")

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DRAWING 'D'
Ceramic Heat Shield Mount

Ceramic Brick Mount Assembly

152.4mm (6.0")

177.8mm
101.6mm (7.0")
(4.0")

38.1mm
317.5mm (12.5") (1.5")

Ceramic Brick

101.6mm
(4.0")

25.4mm
152.4mm (6.0") (1.0")

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DRAWING 'E'
Isometric View; Firebrick Mount

Assembly View; Firebrick Mount

228.6mm (9.0")

215.9mm
114.3mm
(8.5")
(4.5")

50.8mm
419.1mm (16.5") (2.0")

Firebrick; Firebrick Mount

114.3mm
(4.5")

76.2mm
(3.0")
152.4mm (6.0")

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DRAWING 'F'
Waveguide WR90 Cone

41mm
(1.625")

33mm
(1.283")

41mm 32mm 10mm

(1.625") (1.275") (0.90")

23mm
(0.890")

Waveguide WR90 Straight

FB

GTAW 4mm (Ø.172) Thru

Typ 4 Pics

33mm
(1.283")

"A"

33mm (1.283")
Note: "A" = Per Application
Finish Per Application

Waveguide WR90 Bend

4mm (Ø.172) Thru

Typ 8 Pics 33mm (1.283")

FB

33mm
(1.283")

"A"

GTAW FB

Note: "A" = Per Application

Finish Per Application

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DRAWING 'G'
Adjustable Microwave Bracket

135mm (5.3") (Ø.400) Thru

225mm
(8.9")

116mm (4.6")
147mm (5.8")

336mm (13.2")

DRAWING 'H'
Glass Window

)
5"
(2.
2" N.P.T.
.5 mm
63 Glass

19.9mm (0.78")
47.6mm 6.3mm (0.25")
(Ø1.88)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
System Inoperative

System
Inoperative/Either
MPS or MPR or Both

Is Check Voltage and

Power Applied to No Apply Power
Both Units To Both Units

Yes
If the fuses continue to blow
after replacement, consult
the factory
Is Check Input Voltage
LD1 Lit Green No and Fuses/Replace
on both units Fuses if Necessary

Yes

Line of Clear Line of

Sight Clear Between No Sight Between
MPS & MPR? MPS & MPR

Yes

Correct Alignment so
Is that the conduit entry
Is LD2 Alignment of
on MPR Lit Red? No No holes on the MPS &
MPS & MPR MPR are at the
Correct same angle

Yes Yes

Proceed to Verify
Consult Factory
RelayOperation

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TROUBLESHOOTING cont'd

With LD2 a steady red,

toggle SW1 on
MPR unit.

Does LD3
on MPR unit toggle No Consult Factory
on/off/on...?

Yes

Return SW1
on MPR to original
Position.

Have someone depress

the TEST button
several times on
the MPS unit While you
monitor LD3

Does
LD3 toggle No Consult Factory
on/off/on...?

Yes

Proceed to
Sensitivity Adjustments

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TROUBLESHOOTING cont'd
Sensitivity Adjustments

START

If the setup procedure in

this manual was not
followed during installation,
it will be necessary to
complete it now.
Sensitivity Adjustments
must be made with an
active process. Ensure
that the process is
active!

Process Active? No

Yes

Proceed to False Trip Proceed to

False Trip Adjustments or No Trip Adjustments
page 22 No Trip page 22

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TROUBLESHOOTING cont'd
False Trip Adjustment

START

LD2
LD2 Signal Indication is LD2 Signal Indicator
Steady or Flashing
intermittent Steady

Increase Relay Decrease Receiver

Time Delay Sensitivity

Return to Normal
LD2 Return to Normal Operations
Still Intermittent? No Operations

Yes

Adjust Receiver
Sensitivity

Return to Normal
Operations

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TROUBLESHOOTING cont'd
No Trip Adjustment

START

Product must be in
path for signal to be
Is Product in Path? No attenuated and correct
adjustment

Yes

LD2 Adjust Relay

Signal Present? No Time Delay

Yes

Adjust
Receiver Sensitivity

Return to Normal
Operations

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SAFETY INFORMATION
FCC REGULATIONS:
Qualifications -
The Federal Communications Commission
imposes strict requirements on radiating
sources such as the MPS/MPR, MRS/MRR/MRA,
MRS-H/MRR-H/MRA Microwave Pulse Systems.
This unit is tested to, and meets these
requirements, which include operating
frequency and stability, harmonic and spurious
generations and power output. The Hawk
Microwave Pulse System complies with FCC
Rules Part 15 for industrial controls. No
licenses or approvals are required to use the
system.

Requirements -
(A) OSHA - 10mW/cm2of radiated power.
(B) ANSI - 5mW/cm2 of radiated power.

The Hawk MPS/MPR, MRS/MRR/MRA,

MRS-H/MRR-H/MRA Microwave Pulse Systems
have 20µW/cm2 of radiated power.

Note: The Hawk MPS/MPR, MRS/MRR/MRA,

MRS-H/MRR-H/MRA Microwave Pulse Systems
are well below the stringent safety standards
required by both the above governing bodies. It
is regarded as a totally SAFE level control and
may be used with no special precautions.

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WARRANTY
Hawk control products will be replaced, put in
good operating condition, or the purchase price
refunded, at the option of Hawk, free of charges
except transportation, if defective in their
manufacture, labeling, packaging, or shipping, and
if notice of said defect is received by Hawk within
one year from the date of shipment. The cost of
such replacement, repair or refund or purchase
price shall be the exclusive remedy for any
breach of warranty, and Hawk shall not be liable to
any person for consequential damages for injury or
commercial loss resulting from any breach of any
warranty. Hawk makes no warranty of fitness for a
particular purpose, and makes no other warranty,
express or implied, including implied warranty arising
from course of dealing or usage of trade.

PART NUMBERING
MICROWAVE PULSE SENDER/RECEIVER
MODEL
Remote Electronics Version
RMS Remote Microwave System (Receiver, Sender and Amplifier)
MRA Microwave Remote Amplifier
MRS Microwave Remote Sender
MRR Microwave Remote Receiver
RMS-H Remote Microwave System-Hi Power (Receiver, Sender and Amplifier)
MRS-H Microwave Remote Sender-Hi Power
MRR-H Microwave Remote Receiver-Hi Power
MRA-H Microwave Remote Amplifier-Hi Power
Integral Electronics Version
IMS Integral Microwave Switch
MPS Microwave Pulse Sender
MPR Microwave Pulse Receiver

SUPPLY VOLTAGE
240 = 240Vac
220 = 220Vac
115 = 115Vac
Note: 24Vdc standard on all units.

OUTPUTS
0 = Standard Relay
6 = Solid State Relay

FACING MATERIAL
0 = UHMW Polyethylene -3" MNPT
1 = PTFE Teflon -3" MNPT
Z = Special Request

MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
1 = 2" NPT Glass Window - pair
2 = 4" Glass Window - pair
3 = 3" UHMW Window - pair
4 = 4" UHMW Window - pair
5 = 6" UHMW Window - pair
6 = 3" PTFE Window - pair
7 = 4" PTFE Window - pair
8 = 6" PTFE Window - pair
9 = 9"x 4.5" Firebrick - pair
10 = 6"x 4" Ceramic - pair
11 = Isolation Shock Mounts (pack of 4)
12 = Adjustable Mount-UHMW - pair
13 = Adjustable Mount-PTFE - pair
14 = Remote Waveguide Assembly
15 = Flange Pipe Mounting
16 = 3" Ceramic Window - pair
17 = 4" Ceramic Window - pair
X = Not Required

RMS - 240 - 0 0 - X