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Update ltr501.rst (#4339)
in "proximity": changed expression describing relation of counts to distance - never heard of "inversely exponential". Should now be correct based on a physics-based intuition (radiation intensity drops with 1 over r^2 - so should the counts).
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The proximity sensor has a built-in emitter and detector. The sensor detects reflected IR light from the emitter and
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gives a raw count value inversely exponential to the distance. A decrease in the count value means an object is getting
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gives a raw count value inversely proportional to the distance squared. A decrease in the count value means an object is getting
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further away from the sensor (and vice-versa). Neither of the datasheets provide any information on how to convert
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the raw count value to distance. The only way to do so is to test the sensor yourself and select the threshold
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according to your needs and environment. Exact values will depend on the type of the object, its color and

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