My alarm should come in today's mail, so from which location would it >>sense<< motion the best-- Mounted so intruder walks directly at alarm or mounted so intruder walks perpendicular to alarm (meaning alarm would point north to south and intruder would walk past it east to west). My alarm should come in today's mail, so from which location would it >>sense<< motion the best-- Mounted so intruder walks directly at alarm or mounted so intruder walks... » Read More My alarm should come in today's mail, so from which location would it >>sense<< motion the best-- Mounted so intruder walks directly at alarm or mounted so intruder walks perpendicular to alarm (meaning alarm would point north to south and intruder would walk past it east to west). « Show Less
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I have two in my office. And each one is mounted differently, just as you have described. They work equally as well in both situations.
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It doesn't seem to make much difference. It very quickly picks up any movement that enters it's field. I usually have it pointed down a hallway from the end. It picks up any movement as far away as 30 feet.
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the instructions on on the package. so be careful not ot rip it apart. if you have your original manual to your alarm system, you may find it there.
2034410
Since mine was apparent used and came with know directions. I put at front door and it will alarm
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Stand anywhere you want within a reasonable distance. It's a radio signal and can communicate with the receiver 360 degrees.
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I mounted my inside receiver to the jamb of window facing outside unit that I mounted inside of the bird box sold separately. My unit works lide a charm. I do not know about signal going through metal wall . I would not take anything for my unit. I would stilll give it a 5 star. Wife especially loves the Dakota alert she know knows when anyone is coming up drive. Cliff
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Not sure what you mean by "pushed in". Do you mean moved out of place? Or do you mean "activated"? If there is enough space under the door frame, you could push it out of place. It will sound its alarm from both sides of the door when opened from either side.
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The clock-wise direction is the most effective WAY to move the draft to the outside pipe (the narrow end of the unit).The other direction can work too but I don't I think it is as effective as the clock-wise direction. Before I Installed the unit, I made note of how the AC POWER was connect to the terminals of the unit. THE BLACK WIRE WAS CONNECTED TO THE LEFT TERMINAL WHILE THE WHITE WIRE CONNECTED TO THE RIGHT. On the new unit, I connect the AC power as how it was connected to the old unit. The motor rotates in the clock-wise direction.
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Is the setting inside correct for the satellite you are looking for, Dish, Direct? I use a level to level it and a compass to find north, on the west coast the satellite location is at approx. 120 degrees. That "area" must be clear of obstructions, the limb of a tree may be enough to block the signal. I have have put the dish up (say table height) and it will not lock, moved it to almost ground level (same location) and it locked. Some times I think it should be able to lock on and it doesn't, later at a different location (camp site) it works. If you level it, use a compass and have a clear unobstructed "view" and it does not work, the dish may be bad. Is the setting inside correct for the satellite you are looking for, Dish, Direct? I use a level to level it and a compass to find north, on the west coast the satellite location is at approx. 120 degrees. That "area" must be clear of obstructions, the limb of a tree may be enough to block the signal. I have have put the dish up (say table height) and it will not lock, moved it to almost ground level (same location) and it locked. Some times I think it should be able to lock on and it doesn't, later at a different location (camp site) it works. If you level it, use a compass and... » Read More Is the setting inside correct for the satellite you are looking for, Dish, Direct? I use a level to level it and a compass to find north, on the west coast the satellite location is at approx. 120 degrees. That "area" must be clear of obstructions, the limb of a tree may be enough to block the signal. I have have put the dish up (say table height) and it will not lock, moved it to almost ground level (same location) and it locked. Some times I think it should be able to lock on and it doesn't, later at a different location (camp site) it works. If you level it, use a compass and have a clear unobstructed "view" and it does not work, the dish may be bad. « Show Less
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In some places I just use one sensor/magnet combo in vent position...allowing window to remain open a few inches. If window is fully closed, alarm will sound if window is pushed up such that the sensor and magnet pass each other. Alternately, you can use two magnets for instant alarming in either position.
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When the magnetic connection between the two parts of this sensor is broken, your alarm system will register an open condition. I guess if the window or door is struck in such a way that would cause the sensor parts to move enough to break the magnetic contact it might trigger the alarm. However, I think they were only meant to register open or closed.
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You would have to buy an alarm. Make sure its compatible with the proximity sensor. It's good to have. Sometimes strong winds will make my alarm chirp. It's a good buy. I also bought a tilt sensor. Helps alert when shady tow companies try to lift your vehicle or someone tries to steal your wheels.
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By default, all the door/window contacts are in Zone 1 and the motion detectors in Zone 2. When armed Away, all contacts and sensors will work. When armed Home, the detectors in Zone 2 will not work. Good feature.
2127351
Thanks for the question!The EXTERNAL in the description actually applies to the fact that this alarm is not a part of the original alarm but hooks up by wire to it. However, we have heard from many customers who do use it outside with no issue. WE suggest only using it outside if it is protected from the elements, such as under an eave.
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It should be hung so that the bell is on the moving door/gate. It should be mounted in the position shown. Some bells are meant to hang on the wall over the door and tinkle as the door opens. This one hangs on the door itself and makes quite a nice sound every time the door is opened.
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In the same day, it can be to the same place. It should be rotated to another place everyday. For example, one day to your right arm. The next day, your left arm. The following day, you could go back to the right arm.
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The goal of this unit IS to go off every time the sensor detects motion. So this unit is only operated by being on (detecting motion) or off. There are other forms of patient alarms, such as a magnetic clip, attached to patient clothing, that will set off an alarm when the magnets separate...with movement. An alarm like this might work better for you.
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Six icons: From left to right top row on receiver: Main Door, Back Door, Alert Symbol. From left to right on bottom row of receiver: Intruder, Telephone, and Pager/Key Fob. The "Main door" and "Back door" icons are usually used for bell pushes. The other icons are intended for use with other compatible devices, such as wireless motion detectors and telephone ring detectors. Manual is online.