The LXD/GB5-A1CM is a low cost visible light sensor ,with a crrent output which is directly proportional to
the light level. Due to the high rejection ration of infrared radiation, the spectral response of the ambient
light sensor is close to that of human eyes.
The out put current can be converted to a voltage by connecting it in series with a resistor . The dynamic
range is determined by the external resistor and power supply (10K and 5V gives a range of
0~160Lux,but can be over 700 Lux with a 1K resistor). The internal dark current cancellation enables
high accuracy over the full temperature range , even at low light levels.
It is encapsulated in a plastic package having the same shape as metal packages. The shape of photo IC
diode also resembies our 5R type cds sensor(cds photoconductive cells),so photo ic diode can be used
as a re placement for those cds sensor .