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Delay sensor

The Delay sensor is designed for delaying reactions a number of logic ticks. This is useful if an other action has to be done first or to time events.

See Sensor Common Options for common options. Special Options:

Delay

The number of logic ticks the sensor waits before sending a positive pulse.

Duration

The number of logic ticks the sensor waits before sending the negative pulse.

Repeat Button

Makes the sensor restart after the delay and duration time is up.