Sensor/Transmitter
Wall Mounting
Indoors
Wall Mount
Test the Sensor/Transmitter for
range and correct operation before
permanent installation
If the Base Station doesn’t respond,
check that it has been properly pro-
grammed to respond to the Sensor/
Transmitter or relocate the Sensor/
Transmitter to a different location,
possibly closer to the Base Station,
and test again. Refer also to the Base
Station Operating Instructions for
troubleshooting tips.
Installation indoors, on a smooth
surface, can be accomplished with
the double sided tape included with
each SoundAlert Sensor/Transmitter.
Simply peel off one side of the tape
and apply it to the back of the
Sensor/Transmitter mounting bracket.
Peel off the second side of the tape
and press the mounting bracket tape
to the smooth surface or use the
screws provided.
Outdoors
Screws (included) are recommended
for installing the Sensor/Transmitters
outdoors, on rough surfaces, or where
there is the possibility of high winds.
Securely install the mounting bracket
at the desired location.The sensor
should be placed approximately 7
feet above the floor for maximum
range of detection (see diagram
below).
7 feet
Choosing the best
Location for your
Sensor/Transmitter
Avoid Direct Sunlight
The Sensor/Transmitter should not
be placed where sunlight will shine
directly on the face of the Sensor/
Transmitter, (Indirect light through
windows will not trigger the sensor).
Avoid hot and cold air currents
Install the Sensor/Transmitter at
least 3 feet from strong forced air
heaters, air conditioners or sources
of drafts, such as doors.
Choose a location at right angles to
the path of movement
The Sensor/Transmitter functions
best when placed so that move-
ment is across the detection pat-
terns, rather than toward the sensor.
Avoid Obstructions
Place the Sensor/Transmitter so
that no large objects obstruct the
detection pattern. Trees and other
moving objects like flags can
cause false triggers.
Install the Sensor/Transmitter
straight up and down
Installing the unit tilted slightly
forward will reduce the detection
range of the Sensor/Transmitter.
Avoid installing the Sensor/
Transmitter on metal surfaces.
Metal surfaces, such as aluminum
siding, will reduce the radio signal
transmission range of the
Sensor/Transmitter, unless it is
installed near the edge of a window.
Weather resistance
Make certain to reposition the rubber
gasket around the edge of the
Sensor/Transmitter carefully when
reattaching the Sensor/Transmitter
cover.
Top View
Front of
sensor
8
9
Sensor/Transmitter
Pattern Adjustment
Choose the pattern for your
Sensor/Transmitter to meet the needs
of each monitored zone.The
Sensor/Transmitter comes set from
the factory with a fan pattern (A) that
covers a 40’x 40’area, when mounted
at 8’ above the ground. Use one of
the flexible Pattern Adjusting inserts
(included) to choose the pattern for
either a vertical fan pattern (B) or a
horizontal fan pattern (C).
To install a pattern adjuster
1.
Remove the sensor cover.
2.
Insert one edge of the plastic
pattern adjuster (D) into the frame
behind the lens.
3.
Gently press the pattern adjuster
until the other edge snaps into the
opposite side of the lens frame.
4.
Make sure to carefully position the
sensor cover gasket when closing
cover to insure weatherproofing.
A
A
B
B
C
C
Side View
9
SA Manuel.indd 9
4/29/05 3:06:48 PM
