Exit Mode, Presence Mode & Parking Mode
A key feature of the e-Loop Light Industrial is its ability to operate in three dedicated modes, each designed for specific vehicle control applications:
Exit Mode sends a single, momentary trigger to the paired e-Trans receiver when a vehicle enters the detection zone. This is the typical setup for driveway exit sensors and vehicle detection systems, prompting a gate or barrier to open as a vehicle approaches to leave the premises. The gate then closes via its standard timer or safety input. Exit Mode is widely used for automated gates in industrial facilities, warehouses, and logistics operations throughout Australia.
Presence Mode provides a constant signal and holds the relay active for as long as a vehicle remains within the detection zone, keeping the gate or barrier open. Once the vehicle leaves, the relay disengages and the gate can close. This setting is well suited to loading dock operations, where vehicles stay in place during loading or unloading and access needs to remain open. Note that Presence Mode is intended for vehicle detection only and is not suitable for pedestrian safety use.
Parking Mode works similarly to Presence Mode by latching the relay when a vehicle is detected, but it is designed with slower activation and release times. This makes it ideal for low-traffic environments such as parking areas and storage facilities. It also uses less power, helping to extend battery life in applications where vehicles remain stationary for longer periods.
Auto-Calibration
The e-Loop features auto-calibration that continuously monitors and adjusts to the electromagnetic environment surrounding the sensor. This eliminates false triggers caused by ground movement, nearby metalwork, or environmental change over time, which commonly affect fixed inductive loops. After installation on a clean, flat, level surface, the sensor will automatically calibrate within approximately 5 minutes. If the sensor is relocated, a manual recalibration procedure is required using the included magnet — a simple three-step process that takes only seconds.