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<metadesc>You can measure the distance of reflective objects up to 1m away with this time-of-flight sensor that connects to your Phidgets VINT Hub.</metadesc>
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==Part 1: Setup==
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== Part 2: Using Your Phidget ==

===About===
The DST1002 uses reflected infrared light to measure distance.  Use this Phidget when measuring short distances or for detecting objects passing in front of the sensor. The sensor will measure distances from 20mm to 1300mm in optimal conditions with an accuracy of about 10mm.
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===Explore Your Phidget Channels Using the Control Panel===

You can use your Control Panel to explore your Phidget's channels.

'''1.''' Open your Control Panel, and you will find the '''Distance Phidget 1300mm''' channel:

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'''2.''' Double click on the channel to open an example program. This channel belongs to the '''Distance Sensor''' channel class:
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{{UGC-Entry|Distance Phidget 1300mm: |Measure distance between the DST1002 and the object
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In your Control Panel, double click on "Distance Phidget 1300mm":
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== Part 4: Advanced Topics and Troubleshooting ==

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The DST1002 will fire out-of-range error events when the reflected IR light does not reach the sensor, meaning the object is out of range. Objects that do not reflect light well might be harder to detect at greater distances.}}
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