BETA940 nm time-of-flight ranging sensor
VL53L0X Working Principle
Learn how VL53L0X works with an illustrated explanation and practical readings.
VL53L0X at a glance
Follow the labeled connections and functional stages
How it works
3 stages · Explore one step at a time
Initialize and calibrate
Use ST’s API to initialize the sensor and apply required reference, offset and cover-glass calibration.
Measure reflected light
The emitter and receiver collect timing information during the chosen measurement budget.
Read distance and status
Wait for data-ready, read the result and clear the interrupt. Reject invalid or out-of-range samples.
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