SENTROL Application notes - Alarms BC

.........................................................................................................................................................................
Residential Applications
CREATING A PET ALLEY
APPLICATION
INSTALLATION
RECOMMENDED
PRODUCTS
Because PIRs are sensitive to moving, heat-radiating sources, they can be
triggered by animals as well as humans. To avoid this false alarm hazard, the
coverage pattern of the PIR must be aimed so it does not extend to areas where
pets can move around in the home when the system is on.
A PIR with a pet alley lens must be mounted at a specific height on the wall to
avoid areas where a pet may climb or jump. The Sharpshooter Installation Mirror
is especially useful in setting up a pet alley quickly, without the hassle of timeconsuming
measurements. Mounting the unit against the wall at the desired
height, center the reflection of your eye in the bulls-eye at the bottom of the
mirror and look for tables, chairs and other objects on which a pet could jump.
Adjust the unit or move the object so those areas are avoided. Remember that the
size of the pet should also be considered during your aiming and re-adjustment. If
necessary, mask off high traffic areas for pets (such as cat climbing posts) with the
masking kit included with each Sentrol PIR.
Remind the homeowner that furniture moved into the coverage pattern of the PIR
can give a pet a place to climb or jump — resulting in false alarms.
Walk-test the unit to ensure correct operation.
The 6255 SureShot, 6255FM Flush Mount SureShot, 6351 DesignLine, or 6155
Sharpshooter can all be used to create pet alleys. Use the 6074 pet alley lens and
the 6060 mirror sighting system with the 6155 Sharpshooter.
SPACE DETECTION
3'3"
The 6255FM is very popular in this pet alley application
since it sits flush to the wall, providing an unobtrusive,
attractive alternative.
2.33