When To Use Glass Breaks, Motions, or Door/Window Sensors

In this video, Dylan explains when to use a glass break detector, a motion sensor or a door and window sensor. He first talks about glass break sensors. He says that glass break sensors listen for the sound of breaking glass. According to Dylan, the max range of these sound-based sensors is 25 feet.

Dylan then states that shock sensors that detect vibrations can also be used to monitor glass as well. He says that sound-based glass break detectors are placed on a wall or the ceiling, an not on the glass surface itself. He explains that the best application of a glass break sensor is to monitor for intruders breaking a window to access the building. Dylan points out that a door and window contact would not activate in this type of situation. He mentions that glass break sensors essentially serve as an important back-up, in case someone is able to enter a window without actually opening it and activating a contact.

Dylan says that a sound-based glass break detector listens for two tones. He says that the first tone is the low-pitched "thud" on an object striking against the glass, and the second tone is the high-pitched sound of the glass breaking. Dylan explains that once the sensor is activated, it will trigger an alarm on the system. An alert will then be sent to a central station and/or Total Connect 2.0 if the system is monitored. He says that this is great for alerting the user.

Dylan then goes on to talk about motion sensors. He explains that motion sensors look for heat signatures and that the best result is achieved when the heat signature is passing by the sensor. Dylan explains that arming the system will tell a motion detector to respond to any significant motion. He specifically mentions that a motion detector will work, even if a glass break sensor or a door and window contact was not triggered earlier. He goes on to mention that choosing a proper location for the sensor is very important. Dylan ends the video by showing a chart of a motion sensor's detection pattern and how walking past the sensor will ensure that it is triggered.

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